Sweet… creamy… satisfying… Sound good? Those words perfectly describe paal payasam. Paal payasam, also known as milk payasam, is a traditional South Indian sweet dish that is often served as a dessert after meals. It is a creamy and sweet dish made with dal, fragrant basmati rice or semiya (vermicelli), milk, ghee, and sugar. The…
Mysore pak has always held a special place in my heart. The combination of ghee, sugar, and besan flour / chickpea flour is like the taste of sweet southern India. Its crumbly texture and delicious flavor will bring a smile to anyone’s face. This traditional Mysore pak recipe is easy to make and guaranteed to…
Soan papdi is a traditional Indian sweet that is known for its flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture and sweet, nutty flavor. It is made from a combination of flour, ghee, and sugar that is heated and then cooled until it forms delicate, crispy layers. This sweet, delightful soan papdi recipe is often served at festivals and on…
Rasmalai is a classic Indian dessert that is a favorite among many. This Rasmalai with Ricotta Cheese recipe is an easy and delicious variation of the traditional recipe that utilizes ricotta cheese as an alternative to homemade paneer. Traditionally, making rasmalai is a lengthy process, but this recipe is quick and the end result is…
Coconut barfi, or nariyal ki barfi, is a traditional Indian sweet that consists of grated coconut, sugar syrup, and green cardamom. It is popular during special occasions and the festive season.
The best thing about Indian weddings is that you get to eat lots of Indian sweets, or “mithayi.” Personally, I have always loved barfi a little more than the other sweets. It is not overwhelmingly sweet, and it instantly melts in your mouth. Milk burfi, also known as “barfi” or “mithai,” is a popular Indian…
This sweet pongal recipe, also called sakkarai pongal, is a delicious sweet rice and dal dish that is flavored with ghee, jaggery syrup, and cardamom powder. It is one of my favorite dishes, and it is a popular dessert during special occasions such as the Pongal festival. When my Baba or Paatti would make this…