Ingredients:
- 1 cup vermicelli (falooda sev)
- 4 cups milk
- 1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2-3 tablespoons rose syrup
- 2 tablespoons soaked basil seeds (sabja)
- 2 scoops of your favorite ice cream (traditionally, kulfi or vanilla)
- Chopped nuts (like almonds, pistachios) and dried fruits (like raisins) for garnish
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Soak the basil seeds in water for about 30 minutes until they swell up.
- Cook the vermicelli (falooda sev) according to the package instructions until they are soft but not mushy. Once cooked, rinse them under cold water and set them aside to cool.
- Boil the Milk:
- In a saucepan, bring the milk to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Once the milk comes to a boil, add sugar and stir until it dissolves completely. Then, remove the pan from heat and let the milk cool down to room temperature.
- Assemble the Falooda:
- Take serving glasses or bowls. Add a tablespoon of rose syrup to each glass.
- Divide the cooked vermicelli equally among the glasses and pour the cooled milk over them, leaving some space on top.
- Add a spoonful of soaked basil seeds (sabja) to each glass.
- Place a scoop of ice cream on top of each glass.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the falooda with chopped nuts and dried fruits of your choice.
- Add a few ice cubes if desired for extra chill.
- Serve immediately with a long spoon and a straw to enjoy all the layers of flavors and textures!
Tips:
- You can customize your falooda by adding fruits like chopped mangoes or strawberries for a fruity twist.
- For a richer flavor, you can use kulfi instead of regular ice cream.
- Adjust the sweetness of the rose syrup and sugar according to your taste preferences.
Enjoy your homemade falooda, a perfect treat for hot summer days or any time you crave something sweet and refreshing!
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