Seviyan Kheer Recipe | Goan-Style Vermicelli Payasam (Festive Dessert)

Seviyan Kheer Recipe | Goan-Style Vermicelli Payasam (Festive Dessert)

🍨 About This Recipe

A traditional Indian dessert, Vermicelli Kheer is a creamy, rich sweet made with roasted vermicelli, milk, jaggery or sugar, and dry fruits. It's a popular festive treat, especially during Diwali, Eid, and other celebrations.

“Seviyan Kheer, also known as vermicelli payasam, is a comforting Indian dessert made across regions during Eid, Diwali, and family feasts. This Goan-style version uses golden-roasted vermicelli, cardamom, and ghee to bring rich flavor with just a few ingredients.”

Servings: 3
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Cuisine: Indian
Author: Puja Raghuvir Naik

Ingredients

1. 1 packet of long-strand vermicelli
2. 1 liter full-fat milk
3. 1 cup grated jaggery or sugar (adjust to taste)
4. A pinch of salt
5. 2 tsp pure ghee
6. Mixed dry fruits (cashew, almonds, raisins)
7. 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
8. A pinch of turmeric powder or 1 turmeric leaf (optional)

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👩‍🍳 Method

1. Roast the vermicelli: In a pan, heat ghee and roast the vermicelli on low heat until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
2. Boil the milk: In a thick-bottomed kadai, bring milk to a gentle boil on low flame. Let it reduce slightly for a richer texture.
3. Add flavors: Add jaggery or sugar, dry fruits, turmeric (or leaf), and cardamom powder. Simmer gently for 15–20 minutes. Avoid stirring too much initially.
4. Combine: Add the roasted vermicelli to the milk mixture. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Let it cook until the vermicelli softens and the kheer thickens slightly.
5. Cool and serve: Let the kheer cool. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with extra nuts if desired.

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🍯 Tips

• For a richer flavor, add a splash of condensed milk.
• For an extra aromatic touch, you can add a few saffron strands soaked in warm milk.

Do you prefer your kheer thick or flowing? Let me know in the comments! And tag @goanregularrecipes if you serve this at your next festival feast