Semiya Payasam
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Semiya Payasam, a classic South Indian dessert brimming with rich flavors and aromatic spices. This irresistible sweet dish features golden-roasted vermicelli simmered in luscious milk, infused with the warm notes of cardamom and the golden hue of saffron strands. Topped with crunchy fried cashews and plump, fragrant raisins, it’s a celebration of texture and taste with every bite. Perfect for festive occasions or as a comforting treat, Semiya Payasam is both easy to prepare and beautifully customizable, with optional garnishes like almonds adding a luxe touch. Serve it piping hot, gently warm, or blissfully chilled—it’s divine any way you prefer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Vermicelli
- 2 tablespoons Ghee
- 1 litre Milk
- 150 grams Sugar
- 10 pieces Cashew nuts
- 10 pieces Raisins
- 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 1 pinch Saffron strands
- 250 milliliters Water
- 10 pieces Almonds (optional)
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan over medium heat.
Add the cashew nuts and fry until golden brown. Remove them and set aside.
In the same pan, fry the raisins in the ghee until they puff up. Remove and set aside with the cashew nuts.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of ghee to the same pan.
Add the vermicelli and roast on a low flame for about 5-7 minutes until they turn golden brown, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
In a separate pot, bring the water to a boil.
Add the roasted vermicelli to the boiling water and cook until they are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the vermicelli is cooked, pour in the milk and bring it to a boil while stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer until the milk thickens slightly, about 10-12 minutes.
Add sugar and stir well to dissolve completely.
Add cardamom powder and saffron strands, stirring well to mix.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors blend.
Turn off the heat and add the fried cashew nuts and raisins.
Serve hot, warm, or chilled, garnished with additional almonds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 399 mg | 8% | |
*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.
