Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice vermicelli noodles
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup rosewater
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup dried rose petals
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
2. Add the rice vermicelli noodles and cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender.
3. Drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water.
4. In a separate pot, combine the sugar and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar dissolves.
5. Remove the pot from heat and add the rosewater and lemon juice.
6. In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles and the sugar syrup. Mix well.
7. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
8. To serve, divide the faloodeh into bowls and top with chopped pistachios and dried rose petals.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5-7 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Boiling water
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Sugar: 25g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you don't have rosewater, you can use orange blossom water or vanilla extract instead.
- You can use any type of nut instead of pistachios.
- You can omit the dried rose petals if you can't find them.
Variations:
- You can add fresh fruit like strawberries or raspberries to the faloodeh.
- You can use coconut milk instead of water to make a creamy version of the faloodeh.
- You can add a few drops of red food coloring to the sugar syrup to give the faloodeh a pink color.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to rinse the noodles under cold water after cooking them to prevent them from sticking together.
- Chill the faloodeh in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- You can make the faloodeh a day ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Storage instructions:
- Store the faloodeh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Faloodeh is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the faloodeh in clear glass bowls to show off the layers of noodles and syrup.
- Garnish the faloodeh with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.
Garnishes:
- Chopped pistachios
- Dried rose petals
- Fresh mint leaves
Pairings:
- Serve the faloodeh with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the faloodeh is too sweet, you can add more lemon juice to balance out the flavors.
- If the faloodeh is too thick, you can add more water to the sugar syrup.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before preparing the faloodeh.
- Store the faloodeh in the refrigerator to prevent bacteria growth.
Food history:
- Faloodeh is a traditional Persian dessert that dates back to ancient times.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, floral, and tangy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the faloodeh as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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Region: Iranian
Taste: Refreshing, Sweet, Floral, Fragrant, Tart