Low Sodium Semiya Payasam

Indulge in the creamy, aromatic delight of Low Sodium Semiya Payasam, a lighter twist on the classic Indian dessert that's perfect for festive occasions or a comforting treat. Made with roasted vermicelli simmered in rich, full-fat milk and naturally flavored with crushed cardamom and saffron strands, this payasam offers an irresistible combination of sweetness and fragrance. Toasted cashews, plump raisins, and a medley of slivered almonds and pistachios lend a delightful crunch, while the recipe’s low sodium content makes it a mindful choice for those watching their salt intake. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dessert is as easy to prepare as it is to savor, whether served warm or chilled to suit your preference.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 grams Vermicelli
• 2 tablespoons Ghee
• 1 liter Full-fat milk
• 100 grams Sugar
• 4 pieces Cardamom pods, crushed
• 10 pieces Cashew nuts
• 2 tablespoons Raisins
• 10 strands Saffron strands
• 1 tablespoon Almonds, slivered
• 1 tablespoon Pistachios, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the ghee in a large pan over medium heat. Once melted, add the cashew nuts and raisins. Sauté until the cashew nuts turn golden brown and the raisins puff up. Remove them from the pan and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pan, add the vermicelli and roast it in the remaining ghee for about 5-6 minutes until it turns a light golden color. Stir continuously to avoid burning.

Step 3

Meanwhile, in a separate saucepan, bring the milk to a boil. Once boiled, reduce the heat and let it simmer.

Step 4

Pour the simmering milk over the roasted vermicelli in the pan. Stir well to combine. Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the vermicelli softens and the milk reduces slightly, for about 10-15 minutes.

Step 5

Add sugar to the pan and stir until it dissolves completely.

Step 6

Add the crushed cardamom and saffron strands to the mixture, stirring well to incorporate the flavors.

Step 7

Gently simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and garnish with the sautéed cashew nuts, raisins, slivered almonds, and chopped pistachios.

Step 9

Serve the payasam warm or chilled as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1320.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1684.5

Total Fat 76.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 203.8mg	0%
Sodium 500.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g	0%
Total Sugars 176.5g
Protein 40.6g	0%

Vitamin D 453.8IU	0%
Calcium 1350.5mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 2008.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 49.9%