Rabri

Rabri

रबड़ी (rub-REE)

Thickened Sweetened Milk

Prep Time 90 minutes
📈 Difficulty medium
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 300 kcal

A rich North Indian dessert made by slowly reducing milk until thick and creamy, with layers of malai (cream). Flavored with cardamom, saffron, and nuts.

Nutrition & Info

374 kcal per serving
Protein 15.8g
Carbs 40.1g
Fat 16.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian gluten-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ dairy ⚠ tree nuts

Equipment Needed

wide heavy pan spatula

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil milk in a wide heavy-bottomed pan on medium heat.

  2. 2

    As malai (cream layer) forms, push it to the side of the pan with a spatula.

  3. 3

    Continue this process repeatedly as milk reduces to 1/3 of original volume.

  4. 4

    Add sugar, cardamom, and saffron. Stir gently to incorporate the cream layers.

  5. 5

    Garnish with sliced nuts and rose water. Serve chilled with jalebi or malpua.

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Did You Know?

Traditional rabri takes 3-4 hours of continuous stirring and milk reduction, making it one of the most labor-intensive Indian desserts.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • wide heavy pan
  • spatula

The Story Behind Rabri

Rabri has been a beloved dessert across North India for centuries, particularly associated with the cities of Varanasi, Mathura, and Lucknow.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dessert 📜 Origins: Medieval

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