Nei Payasam
Nei Payasam is one of the most treasured desserts from Kerala, known for its intense flavour, deep colour, and divine aroma. Prepared using rice, jaggery, and generous amounts of ghee, this traditional sweet is not just a dish—it’s an emotion deeply rooted in culture, devotion, and celebration.
Equipment
- 1 Uruli / Wide Pan
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Rice
- 3-4 Cup Jaggery
- 3 Cup Water
- 1 tbsp Ghee
- 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
- few Coconut bits
Instructions
- Pressure cook the rice.
- Dissolve the jaggery in water, strain it and allow it to boil.
- Add the cooked rice. Stir well until the rice mix with the jaggery.
- Finally fry cumin seeds and coconut bits in ghee and mix with the payasam.
Notes
Add 5 cups of jaggery for kadu mathuram and follow the same method.