Persian Falooda Recipe | Faloodeh Shirazi | The Cooking Melody

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water provides a floral note at a lower cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup offers a lower glycemic index.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are budget-friendly and nut-free.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: cumin

Turmeric gives color without the high cost of saffron.

In a small pot, combine 3/4 cup sugar and 1 cup water and stir well.

Bring to a boil and then turn off the heat, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely without making a syrup.

Add 1/4 cup rose water and mix well.

Let it cool to room temperature and then place it in the freezer for 2-3 hours to set.

Break rice noodles into small pieces and add them to boiling water.

Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened, then drain and rinse under cold water.

Soak the noodles in cold water until the syrup is set.

After 2-3 hours, check the syrup; it should have a slushy texture.

Add the cooled noodles to the syrup and mix well.

Stir in 2 tablespoons of lime juice, using fresh lime if possible.

Return the mixture to the freezer for another 2-3 hours.

Once set, break it apart gently with a spoon and serve immediately in chilled bowls.

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