Payasam
A creamy, rice pudding very popular in South India usually ed after a grand Sadhya. A healthy irresistible dessert a favorite with kids as well as elders.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 100 g Short grain rice (Unakkalari)
- 3 litre Milk
- 500 g Sugar
- 1 tsp Cardamom powder (Elakka)
Preparation
Step 1
For preparing a Payasam dessert, first boil the milk.
Step 2
When it boils, add sugar and boil again.
Step 3
Add the washed rice and Stir everything together thoroughly.
Step 4
Lower the flame and allow the rice to cook.
Step 5
When the rice is cooked and the payasam starts to thicken, add cardamom powder and Stir everything together thoroughly.
Step 6
Remove Payasam from flame.
Tip
The payasam will thicken significantly as it cools. Stop cooking when it is still slightly thinner than your target consistency.
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