Pasta Payasam Recipe - Fusion Payasam With Pasta

Step 1: To begin with Pasta Payasam Recipe, boil the pasta until al dente and keep aside

Step 2: Rinse it in cold water to prevent over cooking the pasta

Step 3: Combine the coconut and cashew nuts ina mixer-jar and grind using very little warm water to make a smooth paste and keep aside

Step 4: Next, heat a heavy bottomed sauce pan on medium flame,, add the sugar, cardamom powder and bring the milk to a brisk boil, add the coconut cashewnut paste and give it a stir

Step 5: Stir in the cooked pasta, saffron and simmer for another 5 minutes until the payasam gets a good consistency

Step 6: Once done, turn off the heat and transfer to a serving bowl

Step 7: Heat ghee in a skillet over medium heat and add broken cashew pieces, fry until golden brown and crisp

Step 8: Add the raisins and toss for a few seconds

Step 9: Once done add it to the payasam and serve

Step 10: Serve Pasta Payasam as a dessert along with an indian meal like Spinach Rice Recipe or simply as a snack for your kids