Dessert

Rose Falooda

Name: Rose Falooda
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: pakistani, indian
Ingredients: 4 cup milk chilled; 0.5 cup rose syrup; 0.5 cup vermicelli thin; 2 tbsp basil seed; 2 tbsp sugar; 1 cup water; 8 pcs ice cube (optional); 2 tbsp pistachio chopped (optional)

This refreshing dessert combines delicate vermicelli, sweet basil seeds, and fragrant rose syrup with cold milk. It's a delightful and visually appealing treat, perfect for cooling down on a warm day.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 2 hr 30 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium
Per serving: 192 kcal

Allergen information: may contain gluten, milk, nuts, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

4 cupmilk, chilled
0.5 cuprose syrup
0.5 cupvermicelli, thin
2 tbspbasil seed
2 tbspsugar
8 pcsice cube(optional)

for basil seeds

1 cupwater

garnish

2 tbsppistachio, chopped(optional)

Equipment

strainer · pitcher · tall glasses · saucepan · pot · spoon

The method

Step by step

1
Soak the basil seeds in water for at least 15 minutes, or until they swell and become gelatinous.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Ensure seeds are fully hydrated for the best texture.
2
Bring a pot of water to a boil, then add the vermicelli.
3
Cook the vermicelli according to package instructions until tender, usually 3-5 minutes.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcook; it should still have a slight bite.
4
Drain the cooked vermicelli and rinse it under cold water to prevent sticking.
About 1 min
5
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar with a splash of milk and heat gently until the sugar dissolves.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Stir continuously to prevent burning.
6
Combine the sweetened milk with the remaining chilled milk in a large pitcher or bowl.
About 1 min
7
Chill the milk mixture, vermicelli, and soaked basil seeds in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
About 2 hr
Cook’s note: Thorough chilling is key for a refreshing falooda.
8
To assemble, take a tall serving glass and drizzle rose syrup along the inside walls.
Cook’s note: This creates an attractive striped effect.
9
Add a spoonful of soaked basil seeds to the bottom of the glass.
10
Next, add a layer of cooked vermicelli.
11
Pour in the chilled milk mixture, filling the glass about three-quarters full.
12
Add ice cubes if desired, then top with another drizzle of rose syrup.
13
Garnish with chopped pistachios before serving immediately.
Cook’s note: A long spoon or straw is helpful for enjoying all the layers.

Per serving

Nutrition

72%Score

Calories: 191.9kcal
Protein: 10.7g
Carbs: 28g
Fat: 4.3g
Fibre: 0.8g
Sugar: 19.1g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Falooda is best enjoyed fresh; components can be stored separately.