Vegan Semiya Payasam

Indulge in the creamy decadence of Vegan Semiya Payasam, a plant-based twist on the traditional South Indian dessert. This dairy-free delight combines roasted vermicelli, rich coconut milk, and almond milk to create a luscious texture. Naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and infused with the aromatic warmth of cardamom and saffron, this vegan payasam is both comforting and luxurious. Toasted cashew nuts and plump raisins add a satisfying crunch and juicy sweetness, making each bite irresistible. Perfect for festive occasions or a special treat, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and can be served warm or chilled. Whether you're celebrating or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, Vegan Semiya Payasam is a crowd-pleasing dessert that blends tradition with plant-powered goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 150 grams Vermicelli (semiya)
• 400 milliliters Coconut milk
• 500 milliliters Almond milk
• 100 grams Coconut sugar
• 2 tablespoons Cashew nuts
• 2 tablespoons Raisins
• 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
• 10 strands Saffron strands
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
• 250 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

Heat a pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the cashew nuts and raisins. Fry until the cashews are golden and the raisins swell. Remove them from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the vermicelli and roast it on low heat until it turns golden brown, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4

In a separate saucepan, bring 250 milliliters of water to a boil.

Step 5

Add the roasted vermicelli to the boiling water and let it cook until it's soft but not mushy, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

While the vermicelli is cooking, warm the almond milk and coconut milk together in another pot over low heat. Do not let it boil.

Step 7

Once the vermicelli is cooked, add the warm milk mixture to it and stir well.

Step 8

Add the coconut sugar to the payasam and mix until it dissolves completely.

Step 9

Add the cardamom powder and saffron strands to the mixture for flavor.

Step 10

Let the payasam simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Add the fried cashew nuts and raisins to the payasam and mix well.

Step 12

Transfer to serving bowls and serve warm or chilled as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1480.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1582.2

Total Fat 30.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 493.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 316.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 183.5g
Protein 17.1g	0%

Vitamin D 165.0IU	0%
Calcium 930.2mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1006.8mg	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: 17.0%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 78.7%