If you know about Onam Sadya, you must also have eaten Payasam. Payasam is a South Indian pudding made from vermicelli/rice, milk, cardamom, and jaggery.
Paal Payasam is also a famous dessert served in Sadya. Apart from Sadya, rice pudding is quite a popular fare in South Indian homes. The delightful dessert is often prepared as a part of the tradition.
Payasam is a south Indian dessert that is hard to resist. It will become your go-to dessert once you taste it. Creamy in texture and light on the stomach, it is one soul food you must add to your list of sweets.
The word Payas means milk, and there are more than 20+ varieties in this south Indian dessert. South Indians prefer to add jaggery and coconut milk to enhance its flavor.
Since it’s a quick dessert, you can make it in no time. Still, if you wish to experience the traditional flavors of Payasam in Kochi, you can visit any VEG restaurant to taste the dessert.
Semiya Payasam and Paal Payasam are the two most popular dessert variants. The best part is you can customize the taste according to your preference.
Payasam is an important part of Onam Sadya. The pudding is served midway, but it leaves sweet memories to cherish. If you visit South Indian temples, you can expect Prasadam made from Payasam.
The rich and creamy dessert should be on your wish list the next time you visit Kochi. As it is a famous Kerala dessert, the people of Kerala enjoy it in different forms.
Besides traditional festivals, you can enjoy Payasam as a wholesome meal. It is the most humble dessert you will ever have.
Relish Payasam, for its wholesome goodness and mouth-watering taste. Quick to make, this dessert will truly satiate your sweet buds. So when are you having Payasam for your next dessert treat?
