Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup vermicelli noodles
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup rose syrup
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup basil seeds
- 1/2 cup chopped mixed nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews)
- 1/4 cup rose petals (optional)
- 1 scoop vanilla ice cream (per serving)
Special Equipment Needed:
- None
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Soak the basil seeds in water for 30 minutes until they become jelly-like.
2. Boil the vermicelli noodles in water for 5-7 minutes until they are cooked. Drain and rinse with cold water.
3. In a pot, heat the milk and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool.
4. In a glass, add a spoonful of soaked basil seeds, a spoonful of cooked vermicelli noodles, and a spoonful of chopped nuts.
5. Pour the cooled milk over the ingredients in the glass.
6. Add 2-3 tablespoons of rose syrup to the glass.
7. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and garnish with rose petals and more chopped nuts.
- Time:
Preparation time: 40 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Room temperature
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any flavor of syrup instead of rose syrup.
- You can use any type of nuts or omit them altogether.
Variations:
- You can add fresh fruit like strawberries or mangoes to the falooda.
- You can use chocolate syrup instead of rose syrup for a different flavor.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to rinse the cooked vermicelli noodles with cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Soak the basil seeds for at least 30 minutes to allow them to absorb water and become jelly-like.
- Use a tall glass to layer the ingredients for a beautiful presentation.
Storage Instructions:
- Falooda is best served fresh and should not be stored for more than a few hours.
Reheating Instructions:
- Falooda should not be reheated.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve in a tall glass with a spoon and straw.
Garnishes:
- Rose petals and chopped nuts.
Pairings:
- Serve with Indian snacks like samosas or pakoras.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the milk is too thick, add more milk to thin it out.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to rinse all ingredients thoroughly before using.
Food History:
- Falooda is a popular Indian dessert that originated in Persia.
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet, floral, and nutty.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or a refreshing drink on a hot day.
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Region: Indian