kheer

noun
UK /kɪər/
US /kɪr/

Kheer is a sweet, creamy rice pudding from India.

Grandma made a big pot of kheer for the festival.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A South Asian dessert made by boiling rice with milk and sugar until thick.

The kheer simmered slowly until it turned rich and creamy.

3. A ceremonial sweet served at weddings and religious celebrations.

They served warm kheer to all the guests after the ceremony.

4. A dish often flavored with nuts, raisins, and cardamom.

This kheer is topped with almonds and pistachios.