Phirni is a classic dessert that is famous in most Asian households and it always goes down a treat! When I go to South Africa, my aunty always whips up a different version of phirni. She uses semolina powder to replace the usual ground rice with a few other minor changes, and the result is a rich, sweet, creamy semolina pudding! I’m sharing the recipe with you today as I think it’s perfect for Eid. It’s also really simple and quick to make!
Let me know if you try it out 
Semolina Cream Pudding
2018-06-12 16:50:45
Yields 15
A sweet, creamy pudding that everyone will love!
Cook Time
20 min
Ingredients
- 1L long life milk
- 6 tbsp fine semolina powder
- 1 1/2 tsp china grass (same as agar agar/falooda powder)
- 3/4 tin condensed milk (I use the Nestle Carnation condensed milk - 397g tin)
- 2 small tins of evaporated milk (I use the Nestle Carnation evaporated milk - 170g tin)
- 2tsp vanilla extract
- Pistachios to decorate
Instructions
- Mix the milk, semolina and china grass in a pan over the stove and allow to boil. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the condensed milk (you can add more than suggested if you prefer it to be sweeter).
- Boil for 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the evaporated milk and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Separate the mixture into small serving bowls, decorate with pistachios and place in the fridge to set for minimum 2 hours.
Notes
- This recipe makes 15 small servings. You could also make one large serving in a big dish.
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Anonymous says
Sounds yummm… is it quite set like jelly when chilled ?
My Big Fat Halal Blog says
Yes it is! Hope you try it out
Anonymous says
Yes it is! Hope you try it out
Anonymous says
Where can I find the China grass from in London?
My Big Fat Halal Blog says
You should find it in any asian grocery store
J says
Hi! Can we use full fat milk instead ?
And are the measurements in measuring sspoons in your recipes ? Thank you.