Javarisi Payasam (Sabudana Kheer)

Javarisi(known as Sago or Sabudana) Payasam is a very delicious and easy to make dessert. The taste of the Sago soaked in milk flavoured with cardamom along with a touch of saffron, this kheer is a must-do on any occasion.This can be
served either hot or cold :)

Time:Making Time (20 mins)

Difficulty level: Easy

Ingredients:

• Sago - 1/2 cup
• Milk - 2 or 3 cups 
• Sugar - 4-5 tbsp
• Condensed Milk - 1/2 tin (Optional)
• Cardamom Powder - 1 tsp
• Saffron - few strands
• Cashews,Raisins - Slightly roasted in 1 tsp of Ghee for garnish

Preparation:

1. Wash and soak the Sago in water for 2-3 hrs.
2. In a thick bottomed vessel,add the Ghee and slightly fry the Cashews and Raisins till golden brown.Keep Aside.
3. Now Drain the water from the Sago and saute it in the remaining ghee for a few mins.
4. Add milk to this and allow it to boil in medium heat for a while and keep stirring in between so that the Sago doesn't stick to the bottom of the vessel.
5. Once the milk starts to boil,add sugar as per taste and the condensed milk and boil it for 10-15 mins on medium heat.
6. Now add the cardamom powder and stir well.
7. Garnish with cashews and raisins along with a few Saffron strands before serving.
8. Served either hot or cold :) Enjoy the tasty kheer!