Low Fat Semiya Payasam
Satisfy your sweet cravings without the guilt with this luscious yet healthy Low Fat Semiya Payasam! This traditional South Indian dessert is reimagined with wholesome ingredients like skim milk, golden-roasted vermicelli, and a delicate touch of saffron for a fragrant, creamy treat. Sweetened with just the right amount of sugar and accented by the warm spice of green cardamom, this lightened-up kheer recipe delivers all the rich flavors you love without the extra calories. Garnished with crunchy almonds and juicy raisins, it's perfect for festive occasions or as a quick indulgence. Ready in just 40 minutes, this low-fat dessert is equally delightful served warm or chilled. Enjoy guilt-free decadence with this easy and nutritious Semiya Payasam recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams vermicelli
- 1000 milliliters skim milk
- 250 milliliters water
- 50 grams sugar
- 4 pods green cardamom pods
- 0.5 teaspoon saffron strands
- 10 almonds
- 20 grams raisins
Instructions
Begin by dry roasting the vermicelli in a non-stick pan over medium heat until golden brown. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Stir continuously to avoid burning and set aside.
In the same pan, add the almonds and dry roast until slightly brown. Remove from the pan, allow them to cool, and then chop coarsely.
In a large saucepan, combine water and skim milk. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking at the bottom.
Add the roasted vermicelli to the boiling milk and water mixture. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the vermicelli becomes soft and fully cooked.
Reduce the heat to low and add the sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
Crush the cardamom pods slightly to bring out the aroma and add them to the payasam along with the saffron strands.
Allow the payasam to simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Then, add the chopped almonds and raisins. Stir to combine.
Taste and adjust the sweetness if necessary. If the mixture is too thick, add a little more skim milk to reach your desired consistency.
Turn off the heat and let the payasam rest for a few minutes. Serve warm or chilled, according to your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.9 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.7 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.5 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.2 g | ||
| Protein | 92.9 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.3 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 2174 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1899 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
