Refreshing Alouda/Falooda in Mauritius Street Food | Mauritian Style Falooda|with English subtitles

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water reduces cost.

ice cream

🥗Healthier: frozen yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped cream

Frozen yogurt has less fat, while whipped cream is more affordable.

rose syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: simple syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener, while simple syrup is easier to make.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Seeds provide similar crunch, while dried fruit adds sweetness.

Cook vermicelli according to package instructions until tender; drain and rinse with cold water.

Soak basil seeds in water for about 15 minutes until they swell; drain.

In a tall glass, layer cooked vermicelli at the bottom.

Add soaked basil seeds on top of the vermicelli.

Pour in chilled milk until the glass is about three-quarters full.

Stir in sugar to taste, mixing well to dissolve.

Drizzle rose syrup over the milk layer for flavor and color.

Add a scoop of ice cream on top of the milk.

Sprinkle crushed nuts or seeds over the ice cream for garnish.

Optionally, add a pinch of cardamom for extra flavor.

Serve immediately with a straw or spoon.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens