Onam 2024: 5 easy steps to make Payasam at home

Gather Ingredients: You'll need rice (or vermicelli), milk, sugar, cardamom, and cashews. For added flavor, you can include raisins and coconut.

Prepare the Rice/Vermicelli: Rinse 1 cup of rice or vermicelli in water. Cook it in a pot with 2 cups of water until it’s soft.

Heat the Milk: In a separate pan, heat 4 cups of milk. Add it to the cooked rice or vermicelli and simmer on low heat.

Sweeten and Flavour: Stir in 1 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cardamom powder. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens slightly.

Add Nuts and Raisins: In a small pan, roast cashews and raisins in a bit of ghee or oil until golden. Add them to the Payasam for a delightful crunch and extra flavor.