Easy Payasam Recipe (Vermicelli)

Payasam is a delightful Indian dessert with a rich flavor, and this recipe offers a simple take on it using vermicelli. It’s a common treat in Indian cuisine, and you can customize it to your liking. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

• 100g Vermicelli
• 30g Sago (Soaked in Water)
• 1/2 Teaspoon Cardamom (Elachi)
• 1/2 Cup Condensed Milk
• 65g Butter
• 1 Cinnamon Stick
• 1 1/2 Cups Hot Water
• 2 Cups Full Cream Milk
• 1/2 Teaspoon Cardamom Powder
• A Handful of Almonds, Cashews or Pistachios
• Sultans (OPTIONAL)

Method:

1. Heat a pot and add the vermicelli. Sauté it with the cinnamon stick until it turns a lovely golden color.
2. Pour in the hot water and allow the vermicelli to cook and simmer until most of the water has evaporated.
3. Once most of the water has evaporated, add in the butter, followed by the condensed milk.
4. Sprinkle in the cardamom powder and pour in the milk and mix everything together.
5. Lastly, add the soaked sago and let the vermicelli simmer until it reaches your desired texture.
6. Finish off your Payasam with a generous handful of sliced almonds.

Serving Suggestion:
Serve this Payasam hot, with some crispy papadum on the side. Enjoy!