Kerala pink paal payasam

Instant pot paal payasam

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Take rice and wash well. Drain the water and keep it aside
Turn in IP in “saute” mode add ghee
When the display shows “Hot” add rice
Saute for 1 minute and press “cancel”
Transfer the rice to a plate and let cool. Meanwhile, wash the inner pot and wipe clean
After the rice is cool, pulse the rice for rice grits. Avoid grinding. Mix well in-between the pulse
Add rice grits, cold milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt; mix well
Make sure the vent is in the “sealing “ position. Press “steam” mode and cook for 15 minutes. Do natural pressure release
After pressure subside naturally carefully open the pot and mix well
Turn on IP in “saute mode” and cook for 15 more minutes. Boiling payasam in an open pot makes it rich and flavorful so don't skip this step. Mix well in between

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Rice grits give an amazing texture to the Paal payasam. Never grind rice always pulse
If you grind rice it might turn into powder and payasam will turn thick
Preferably use whole fat milk to prepare Kerala paal payasam
Adjust the sugar according to your sweetness
Always wash the inner pot after sauteeing the rice
You can add nuts of your choice
Boiling the payasam for additional 15 minutes makes it flavorful so don't skip it
You can add cardamom powder, saffron, or any add on but payasam