Preparation time: 10-15 minutes

Cooking time: 15-20 minutes

1. Bring sufficient water to a boil in a pan. Add American Pistachios and blanch for 3-5 minutes. Drain the pistachios and put them into cold water to stop the carry over cooking to avoid discoloration.
2. Peel the pistachios.
3. Heat ghee in a  non-stick pan. Add green peas and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add the peeld pistachios and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Take the pan off the heat and allow to cool slightly. 
4. Put the green peas and pistachios in a blender jar. Add 1 cup milk in two batches and blend to a coarse paste.
5. Heat remaining milk in another pan. Bring it to a boil. 
6. Add the blended paste and mix till well combined. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring continuously.
7. Add sugar and green cardamom powder and mix well. Cook till sugar melts. 
8. Add chopped American Pistachios and mix well. Switch the heat off.
9. Transfer the kheer into a serving bowl. Garnish with slivered American Pistachios and dried rose petals.