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Sawaiyan

Cultural Context

Sawaiyan, a traditional Pakistani dessert, often graces festive occasions like Eid and weddings. This sweet dish, made from vermicelli cooked in milk and flavored with cardamom and nuts, symbolizes celebration and togetherness. While its roots are deeply embedded in South Asian culture, variations of this dish can be found across the region, each with unique ingredients and preparation methods.

PakistaniPKdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 tablespoon ghee
425 grams green cardamom
200 grams vermicelli
1.5 liters milk
1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
1/2 cup sugar
10-20 almonds

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while powdered milk is cost-effective.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey offers natural sweetness, while jaggery is less processed.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is plant-based, while butter is often less expensive.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color and health benefits at a lower cost.

1

Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan until melted.

2

Add 425 grams of green cardamom and fry for 30 seconds to infuse flavor into the ghee.

3

Add 200 grams of vermicelli and fry lightly, stirring continuously to prevent burning.

4

Pour in 1.5 liters of milk and cook on medium to high heat until the milk reduces by 50%.

5

Add 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom powder (optional) and mix well.

6

Add 1/2 cup of sugar and stir until dissolved, adjusting to taste.

7

Cook until the desired consistency is reached, ensuring some milk remains to prevent it from thickening too much.

8

Microwave 10-20 almonds for 2 minutes, peel, and chop them for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

SeviyanVermicelli Kheer

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