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Bogurar Doi Payesh Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of rice
- 2 cups of milk
- 1 cup of yogurt
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of condensed milk
- 1/2 cup of raisins
- 1/2 cup of cashews
- 1/2 cup of grated coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder

Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Serving bowls

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. Drain the water and put the rice in a pressure cooker with 2 cups of milk. Cook for 3 whistles.
3. Once the pressure is released, open the cooker and add 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of condensed milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder. Mix well.
4. Cook on low flame for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Turn off the heat and let it cool down.
6. Add 1 cup of yogurt and mix well.
7. In a separate pan, roast 1/2 cup of cashews and 1/2 cup of grated coconut until golden brown.
8. Add the roasted cashews, grated coconut, and 1/2 cup of raisins to the rice mixture.
9. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
10. Serve chilled in individual bowls.


Time:
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Low flame
Serving size:
4-6

Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 15g
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 50g
Sodium: 100mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use almond milk instead of regular milk.
- You can use jaggery instead of sugar.
- You can use any type of nuts instead of cashews.

Variations:
- You can add saffron for a more exotic flavor.
- You can add rose water for a floral aroma.

Tips and tricks:
- Soak the rice for at least 30 minutes to make it soft and fluffy.
- Cook the rice on low flame to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Use fresh yogurt for a tangy taste.

Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Serve chilled.

Presentation ideas:
Serve in individual bowls garnished with roasted cashews and grated coconut.

Garnishes:
Roasted cashews and grated coconut.

Pairings:
Bogurar Doi Payesh goes well with spicy Indian curries.

Suggested side dishes:
Naan bread, roti, or rice.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is too dry, add more milk or yogurt.
- If the rice is too wet, cook it for a few more minutes on low flame.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to refrigerate the dish after cooking to prevent bacterial growth.

Food history:
Bogurar Doi Payesh is a traditional Bengali dessert made with rice, milk, and yogurt.

Flavor profiles:
Creamy, sweet, and tangy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve chilled as a dessert after a spicy meal.

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Region: Bangladeshi

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Aromatic