Rava Payasam | Sooji Kheer

Rava Payasam, or Sooji Kheer, is a beloved South Indian dessert made with semolina (rava/sooji), milk, sugar, and ghee. This creamy and aromatic dessert is a comforting treat that is as easy to make as it is delicious.

The light texture of the semolina paired with the richness of milk and the heavenly fragrance of ghee creates a dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

Whether it’s a festival like Diwali, Pongal, or Navratri, or a quiet evening when you’re in the mood for something sweet, Rava Payasam is a go-to recipe that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Its simplicity and elegance make it a staple in many households, and it’s often prepared as a quick offering during special occasions.

The beauty of Rava Payasam lies in its versatility. You can add cardamom, nuts, and even saffron to elevate its flavor and aroma, or you can enjoy it in its purest form, which is equally delightful. The dessert is traditionally prepared in ghee, which adds an unmistakable richness and fragrance, making each spoonful a warm, comforting experience.

In this post, you’ll discover how to prepare Rava Payasam with ease and confidence. From tips on roasting semolina to achieving the perfect creamy consistency, I’ll guide you every step of the way to create a dessert that will impress everyone at your table.

Ingredients 

Rava (sooji)-1/2 cup

Boiled milk - 1/2 litre

Water-1 cup

Sugar -1/2-3/4  cup

Cashews and raisins few

Cardamom powder-1/4 tsp

Saffron strands few

Ghee-1 Tbsp

Recipe Video

Method

👉Heat a tsp of ghee in a kadai roast the cashews and raisins until golden brown set aside.

👉In the same kadai add another tsp of ghee and roast the rava until light golden colour make sure not to burn the rava.

👉Now add milk and 1 cup water and mix everything well.Keep stirring continuously to prevent lumps.

👉Boil until the rava is cooked completely.

👉Now add sugar and mix well until the sugar dissolves completely.  Add cardamom powder.

👉Add extra milk if the payasam has thickened and adjust consistency.

👉Finally add the fried cashews, raisins and few saffron strings remove from fire. 

👉Serve immediately.

Note-

✍️The payasam tends to thicken quickly so adjust the consistency by adding extra milk.

✍️You will get large quantity of payasam so add rava accordingly.

Preparation time -20 mins

Serves-5-6