Turmeric Zerde Pudding

Ingredients

• 1 cup riceInstead: bulgur
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 6 cups water
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp saffron
• 2 tbsp currants
• 1 tbsp pine nuts
• 1 cinnamon stick

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Wash the rice and boil it in 6 cups of water until soft.

2. 2

   Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.

3. 3

   Dissolve the turmeric in a little warm water and add to the pot.

4. 4

   Add currants, saffron, and cinnamon, then cook until thickened.

5. 5

   Divide into bowls and serve garnished with pine nuts after cooling.

Note. Do not use too much turmeric to keep the color bright and vibrant.