Gur Walay Chawal
Indulge in the rich, aromatic sweetness of *Gur Walay Chawal*, a classic South Asian dessert that combines the earthy depth of jaggery with fragrant basmati rice. Infused with the warm notes of green cardamom and cloves, this traditional recipe is cooked in ghee for a luxurious finish. Perfectly balanced with a pinch of salt and topped with toasted raisins, almonds, and optional cashews, each spoonful offers a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Ready in under an hour, this soulful treat is perfect for festive occasions or as a comforting dessert to savor at home. Dive into this irresistible jaggery rice pudding today for a taste of South Asia’s culinary heritage!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 1 cup Jaggery (gur)
- 2 cups Water
- 3 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
- 4 Green cardamom pods
- 3 Cloves
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 2 tablespoons Almonds (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Cashews (optional)
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Wash the basmati rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for about 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring to a gentle boil. Add the jaggery and stir until it dissolves completely. Strain the mixture to remove any impurities and set the jaggery syrup aside.
Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Add the green cardamom pods and cloves, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the soaked and drained basmati rice to the pot. Stir gently to coat the rice with ghee and spices.
Pour the jaggery syrup into the pot with the rice. Add a pinch of salt to balance the flavors. Stir gently to mix, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once the mixture starts boiling, reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and let the rice cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
In a small pan, heat a tablespoon of ghee and lightly toast the raisins, almonds, and cashews (if using) until golden brown.
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it gently with a fork. Sprinkle the toasted raisins, almonds, and cashews over the top.
Serve the Gur Walay Chawal warm and enjoy this sweet, aromatic delicacy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.2 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.7 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 258 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 327.5 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 254.7 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 375 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 978 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
