Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup vermicelli noodles
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/2 cup basil seeds
- 1/2 cup rose syrup
- 1/2 cup chopped mixed nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews)
- 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream
- 2 cups cold water
Special Equipment Needed:
- None
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Cook the vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
2. In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk over medium heat. Add the sugar and cardamom powder and stir until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. In a separate bowl, soak the basil seeds in 2 cups of cold water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
4. To assemble the falooda, take a tall glass and add a spoonful of rose syrup to the bottom.
5. Add a layer of cooked vermicelli noodles on top of the rose syrup.
6. Add a layer of soaked basil seeds on top of the vermicelli noodles.
7. Add a layer of chopped mixed nuts on top of the basil seeds.
8. Pour the cooled coconut milk mixture over the top of the nuts.
9. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of the coconut milk mixture.
10. Drizzle more rose syrup on top of the ice cream.
11. Garnish with more chopped mixed nuts and serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- Makes 2 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 550
- Total fat: 30g
- Total carbohydrates: 65g
- Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use regular milk instead of coconut milk.
- You can use honey or agave syrup instead of sugar.
- You can use any type of nuts you prefer.
Variations:
- You can add fresh fruit such as mango or strawberries to the falooda.
- You can use different flavors of syrup such as mango or strawberry.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to rinse the cooked vermicelli noodles with cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Soak the basil seeds in cold water for at least 10 minutes before using them.
- You can adjust the sweetness of the falooda by adding more or less sugar.
Storage Instructions:
- This recipe is best served immediately.
Reheating Instructions:
- None
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the falooda in tall glasses with a spoon and a straw.
Garnishes:
- Chopped mixed nuts and a drizzle of rose syrup.
Pairings:
- None
Suggested Side Dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the basil seeds are too thick, you can add more water to thin them out.
Food Safety Advice:
- None
Food History:
- Falooda is a popular dessert in South Asia and the Middle East.
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, and nutty.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert after a meal.
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Region: Indian
Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Coconutty, Nutty, Refreshing, creamy, nutty, refreshing, tropical