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Vermicelli Kheer / Semiyan Payasam - Instant Pot
An Indian favorite dessert for special occasions - Kheer made with vermicelli, milk and sugar infused with saffron, cardamom and assorted dried fruits.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 25 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1/2 cup Roasted Vermicelli
- 1/4 cup Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 3 cups Milk (whole)
- 1/4 cup Roasted Mixed nuts (chopped or sliced (cashews, almonds, walnut, pistachios) (optional))
- 1 tablespoon Raisins ((optional))
- 1/8 teaspoon Saffron (Kesar) ((optional))
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder (Elaichi) ((optional))
Instructions
- 1
Add everything in the instant pot. Close lid with vent in sealing position. (see notes to sanitize the pot)
- 2
Set instant pot to PORRIDGE mode for 10 minutes. When instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally. (If you do not plan to serve this right after cooking, then cook 6 minutes on PORRIDGE mode)
- 3
Open Instant Pot and mix well. Vermicelli Kheer is ready. Serve warm or chilled.
- 4
If needed, to get the desired consistency, cook on SAUTE mode for 2-3 mins. Or add more milk, mix and let it boil for a minute.