Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Fry Cashews and Raisins

   Add 2 tsp Ghee to a pan. Add 10 cashews to the pan and fry until golden brown. Then, add 10 raisins and fry until they puff. Remove the fried cashews and raisins from the pan and keep aside.

2. 2.Prepare Rice and Milk Base

   Add another 2 tsp Ghee to a pot. Add 2 tbsp rice to the pot and stir fry for 30 seconds. Pour 1 litre of full cream milk into the pot. Bring the milk to a boil and continue simmering for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3.Add Sugar and Thicken

   Add 1/4 cup sugar to the simmering milk. Continue to simmer for 10 minutes or until the quantity of milk is reduced by 30% and the payasam thickens to a creamy consistency.

4. 4.Combine and Serve

   Add the previously roasted cashews and raisins to the payasam. Mix well to combine all ingredients. Serve the Paal Payasam warm or chilled.