Recipes- kerala vermicilli payasam

Vermicelli Payasam


Ingredients:
1/2 cup fine vermicelli
2 tbsp. sago grains
1 cup water
1 litre milk
few drops saffron colour (optional)
1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp. halved cashews
1 tbsp. raisins
2 tsp. ghee
1/2 tsp. cardamom powder
1-2 drops rose or kewra essence
Method:


Heat ghee in a heavy pan, fry cashews, drain keep aside.
Fry raisins lightly, drain keep aside.
Add in vermicelli, stir and roast till light golden.
Add sago, stir. Add water, bring to a boil.
Allow to cook till water is almost absorbed.
Loosen gently with spatula, add milk, bring to a boil.
Add sugar, cardamom, fried dryfruit, essence, colour.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, stir to keep from scalding.
Serve hot, or chilled as dessert.
Making time: 20 minutes
Makes: 3 servings
Shelflife: 1 day