🌿 Vegetarian South Indian Dessert

Semiya Payasam

Creamy vermicelli pudding with milk, sugar and cardamom — a quick, beloved South Indian dessert made for all occasions.

⏱Prep5 min
🍳Cook20 min
🕐Total25 min
👥Serves4
📊LevelEasy
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Method

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    Fry vermicelli in ghee until golden. Add milk and cook until soft. Add sugar and simmer until slightly thick. Add cardamom and saffron. Garnish with fried cashews and raisins. Serve warm or cold.

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