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Sunday, August 14, 2011

Semiya Payasam (Vermicelli Pudding)

Semiya Payasam is a Sweet dish from Southern Part of India. Payasam is basically a version of Kheer, which is considered as an auspicious food and being associated with all festivals and special occasions in India. This is a very delicious dish as Milk is one of the main ingredients along with Vermicelli and Sugar. The preperation method of Semiya Payasam is so easy that it's within reach of every one.

Health Benefits:
Milk:  Milk is an excellent source of Calcium that is very much essential for growth and maintenance of strong Bones & Teeth. Several researches revealed that regular consumption of Milk helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Milk contains almost all important nutrients such as Vitamins, Carbohydrate, Protein, Riboflavin, etc that actually necessary to maintain a healthy life. 

Ingredients:
·         Vermicelli (Semiya) – 1 Cup
·         Sugar – 5 tbsp
·         Milk – 2 Cups
·         Cashew nuts – 2 tbsp
·         Raisin – 1 tbsp
·         Ghee – 1 tbsp
·         Cardamom (Elaichi) – 3 nos

Preparation Method:
Ø  Take a large frying Pan; heat a tbsp of Ghee and toast Cashew nuts and Raisin. Keep aside.
Ø  Then, in the same Pan add Vermicelli and fry till it gets golden brown.
Ø  Finally, add Milk, Sugar, Cardamom and stirring the mixture continuously for around 15 minutes in low medium flame or till the Payas gets a thick consistency.
Ø  Now the “Semiya Payasam” is ready. Garnish with fried Cashew nuts and Raisins.

Semiya Payasam is served either hot or cold as per choice.

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