Thiruvathirai Special Kali (Sweet Rice Pudding)

Steps

1. 1
   Dry roast the raw rice in a pan for about 2 minutes until it becomes golden brown and slightly roasted throughout.
2. 2
   Transfer the roasted rice to a plate and let it cool completely.
3. 3
   Grind the cooled rice into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or grinding stone.
4. 4
   Boil water in a large pot.
5. 5
   Slowly add the rice powder to the boiling water in batches while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
6. 6
   Alternate between high and medium heat while stirring constantly. After a few minutes, the mixture will start to thicken.
7. 7
   Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture becomes thick and dark brown in color, reaching a pudding-like consistency.
8. 8
   Add the jaggery or brown sugar to the mixture and blend it thoroughly.
9. 9
   Fry the moong dal and roasted nuts (cashews and raisins) in ghee and then add them to the rice mixture.
10. 10
    Mix everything well together and remove from heat. The kali is now ready to serve as a rich, sweet rice pudding dessert.