Indian Noodle Payasam

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 1
Authentic Indian dessert - Noodle Payasam
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

30 g butter
100 g raw cashews
3/4 cup sultana
3/4 teaspoon cardamom seed
1 pinch saffron thread
2 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar
50 g rice vermicelli , broken into small strands
edible edible silver foil ( to garnish ) ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
600
Sugar
80g
Fat
35g
Noodle Payasam is a traditional Indian dessert that originates from the state of Kerala. It is a wholesome dessert that is typically served on special occasions and during festivals. It is a creamy and rich dessert that gets its unique texture from the rice vermicelli that is used in it. This dessert has a delicate sweetness that is complimented perfectly by the flavors of saffron and cardamom. To give it some crunch and glam, sometimes, it is topped with a dessert spoon of edible silver foil. It is a dessert that is loved by all age groups in India.

Instructions

1.In a pan, melt butter over medium heat and roast cashews until lightly brown then remove it from pan.
2.Add sultanas, cardamom seeds and saffron to pan and roast them for few seconds then remove it from pan.
3.In the same pan, boil milk and sugar over medium-low heat and stir until sugar dissolves.
4.Add broken rice vermicelli to milk and cook, stirring frequently for 10-12 minutes.
5.Once vermicelli is cooked, turn off the heat and add roasted cashews, sultanas, cardamom seeds and saffron. Give it a gentle mix.
6.Serve it hot, preferably with a dessert spoon of edible silver foil for added glam and texture.

PROS

Noodle Payasam is a delicious Indian dessert that is creamy, sweet and has a unique texture.
It is perfect for special occasions and is loved by both kids and adults.

It is very simple to make and requires only a handful of ingredients.

CONS

Noodle Payasam is quite heavy on the stomach and should be consumed in moderation.
The dish is high in sugar and fat, so it may not be suitable for individuals with medical conditions that restrict their sugar and fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although it should be enjoyed in moderation, Noodle Payasam has some health benefits.
It contains cashews which are a great source of healthy fats and protein.
The dish also has saffron which is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Moreover, milk is a good source of calcium, so this dessert can also help improve bone health.

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