Mango Firni Recipe By Food Fusion (Eid Special)

### **Mango Firni – Eid Special Dessert (Food Fusion Style) 🥭✨**

A delicious **twist on traditional Firni**, infused with fresh mangoes for a creamy, aromatic, and refreshing Eid treat! 🎉🍮

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### **Ingredients**

#### **For Firni (Rice Pudding Base)**
- **½ cup basmati rice** (soaked for 2 hours)
- **4 cups full-fat milk**
- **½ cup sugar** (adjust to taste)
- **½ tsp cardamom powder**
- **2 tbsp condensed milk** (optional, for richness)
- **1 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds & pistachios)**

#### **For Mango Flavor**
- **1 cup mango purée** (fresh & ripe)
- **½ cup mango cubes** (for layering)
- **1 tbsp saffron water** (optional)

#### **For Garnishing**
- Mango slices or cubes
- Chopped pistachios & almonds
- Edible silver leaf (optional)
- Rose petals (for a festive touch)

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### **Instructions**

#### **Step 1: Prepare the Rice Paste**
1. Drain the soaked **basmati rice** and grind it into a **smooth paste** with **¼ cup milk**.

#### **Step 2: Cook Firni**
1. In a pan, heat **4 cups milk** and bring it to a boil.
2. Add the **rice paste** gradually, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
3. Cook on **low-medium heat** until the mixture thickens.
4. Add **sugar, cardamom powder, and condensed milk**, stirring until fully combined.
5. Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

#### **Step 3: Add Mango Flavor**
1. Once the firni is **lukewarm**, fold in the **mango purée** and mix well.
2. Pour into serving bowls or clay pots for an authentic touch.

#### **Step 4: Chill & Garnish**
1. Refrigerate for at least **2-3 hours** until well chilled.
2. Before serving, top with **mango cubes, chopped nuts, and saffron water**.
3. Garnish with **rose petals and edible silver leaf** for a festive presentation.

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### **Pro Tips**
✅ **Cool the firni slightly** before adding mango purée to prevent curdling.
✅ **Use Alphonso, Sindhri, or Chaunsa mangoes** for the best flavor.
✅ **Serve in clay pots** for an authentic desi touch.

Would you like a **coconut-mango twist** or a **layered parfait version**? 😊🥭