Vegan Semiya Payasam
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Vegan Semiya Payasam, a delightful twist on the traditional South Indian dessert made entirely dairy-free. This creamy, rich treat combines roasted vermicelli soaked in a luscious blend of coconut milk and almond milk, sweetened naturally with coconut sugar. Infused with aromatic cardamom and saffron, and topped with golden-fried cashews and plump raisins, this vegan payasam is a luxurious addition to festive occasions or a satisfying sweet treat any day. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, it can be served warm for cozy vibes or chilled for a refreshing finish. Perfect for those seeking a plant-based indulgence without compromising on traditional flavors or textures!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Vermicelli (semiya)
- 400 milliliters Coconut milk
- 500 milliliters Almond milk
- 100 grams Coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cashew nuts
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 10 strands Saffron strands
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
- 250 milliliters Water
Instructions
Heat a pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the cashew nuts and raisins. Fry until the cashews are golden and the raisins swell. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the vermicelli and roast it on low heat until it turns golden brown, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
In a separate saucepan, bring 250 milliliters of water to a boil.
Add the roasted vermicelli to the boiling water and let it cook until it's soft but not mushy, about 5-7 minutes.
While the vermicelli is cooking, warm the almond milk and coconut milk together in another pot over low heat. Do not let it boil.
Once the vermicelli is cooked, add the warm milk mixture to it and stir well.
Add the coconut sugar to the payasam and mix until it dissolves completely.
Add the cardamom powder and saffron strands to the mixture for flavor.
Let the payasam simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the fried cashew nuts and raisins to the payasam and mix well.
Transfer to serving bowls and serve warm or chilled as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 494 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 316.9 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 183.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 930 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1007 mg | 21% | |
*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.
