Firni served in kulhad
Firni is a traditional, creamy Indian pudding made from ground rice and milk, slow-cooked with sugar and cardamom, then often chilled and garnished with nuts. Serving it in a kulhad, or unglazed clay cup, is a classic presentation that imparts a subtle, earthy aroma and keeps the dessert cool. It is a beloved sweet dish across the Indian subcontinent, especially popular during festivals and celebrations.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Firni is a carbohydrate-rich dessert due to its rice and sugar content, with moderate fat from the milk. It provides calcium and some protein from the dairy, and a typical serving contains roughly 250-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 µg |
| Selenium | 4 µg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 kulhad (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The kulhad is not just a vessel; its porous nature absorbs excess moisture, improving the firni's texture, and its mineral-rich clay adds a unique, earthy flavor that is considered an integral part of the authentic experience.
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