Thai Red Rice Pudding - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup red rice (Thai)
1/2 cup long grain white rice
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons rose water
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
3 cups water
3 cups milk
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup golden raisin
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons ground pistachio nuts (optional)

Preparation

In a large saucepan combine both rices, sugar, salt, 3 cups water, and 3 cups milk. Bring it to a boil and then let it simmer over low heat until half the liquid has evaporated. This will take about 30-40 minute.
Now add in the rose water, ground cardamom, and the can of coconut milk. Continue simmering another 30-40 minute The mixture should be fairly thick.
Now add in the lemon zest and 1/2 cup half and half. Check the sweetness and add more sugar if you feel it is necessary. Stir until the mixture is creamy and remove from the heat.
Garnish with ground pistachio nuts if desired.
Enjoy!