Semiya Payasam (Vermicelli Kheer) – Easy & Delicious
Main Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Boil Milk
Pour 1 litre of milk into a pot and bring it to a rolling boil until it froths up.
Add Vermicelli, Sugar, and Salt
Once the milk is boiling, add 50g of roasted vermicelli, 100g of sugar, and a pinch of salt to the pot.
Simmer the Mixture
Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients. Let it for , stirring occasionally, until the vermicelli is cooked and softened.
Prepare Garnish
In a separate small pan, heat 1-2 tablespoons of ghee. Add the cashews and raisins to the hot ghee and fry them until they turn golden brown and the raisins plump up.
Combine Garnish and Flavor
Carefully pour the fried cashews, raisins, and the remaining ghee into the boiling payasam mixture. Stir well to incorporate.
Add Cardamom Powder and Serve
Add 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder for flavour and give it a final stir. The super tasty payasam is now ready to be served warm or chilled.
Before You Cook
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No Milk?
- Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
No Ghee?
- Unsalted butter (1:1)
- Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
Variations
Simple ways to adapt this recipe.
- Add a few strands ofCustomise
Add a few strands of saffron soaked in warm milk for added color and aroma.
- Include other dry fruits like
Include other dry fruits like chopped almonds or pistachios for more texture and flavor.
- For a richer and quicker payasam
You can use condensed milk and reduce the sugar quantity accordingly.
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