Growing up, Semiya Payasam was my fave! Mom always made it on my birthday (among several other days that she did) because of how much I love it. The traditional version is pretty time consuming as I remember it took a while. This is a super quick recipe and just as satisfying.
Ingredients:
Serves: 2
Ghee – 1 tbsp
Cardamom pod – 1 (crushed)
Oddly chopped cashews – 1 handful
Fine Vermicelli – 1 handful
Milk – 2 cups
Sugar – 4 tsp / as needed
Cardamom powder – a pinch
Vanilla essence – 1 tsp
Step 1: Heat some ghee. Add in a crushed cardamom pod along with cashews. Sauté until slightly brown. Transfer to a bowl when done.
Step 2: Add in the vermicelli. Roast for a few. Pour in milk and let it come to a boil. Turn off flame once done.
Step 3: Add the sautéed cashews, some vanilla essence, cardamom powder & sugar as per taste.
Enjoy!!!
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