Thinai Payasam Recipe (Foxtail Millet Sweet Pudding)

G GOWTHAM
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

· 1/2 cup Thinai (Foxtail Millet)

· 3 cups full-fat milk (or coconut milk for vegan version)

· 1/2 cup jaggery, grated (adjust sweetness)

· 1/2 tsp cardamom powder

· 1–2 tsp ghee

· 10–12 cashew nuts

· 10–12 raisins

· Optional: A few saffron strands for aroma and color

Step-by-Step Preparation

1️⃣ Roast the Millet

· Heat 1 tsp ghee in a pan on medium heat.

· Add Thinai (Foxtail Millet) and roast lightly until aromatic.

· Keep stirring to prevent burning.

2️⃣ Cook the Millet

· Add milk gradually and bring to a gentle boil.

· Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the millet is soft and slightly thick (about 15–20 minutes).

3️⃣ Add Sweetness

· Dissolve jaggery in a small amount of warm water and add it to the cooked millet-milk mixture.

· Stir well until jaggery melts completely.

4️⃣ Flavor the Payasam

· Add cardamom powder and saffron (if using) for aroma and festive color.

5️⃣ Garnish

· Heat remaining ghee in a small pan.

· Fry cashew nuts and raisins until golden.

· Add them to the payasam before serving.

Serving Tips

· Serve warm or at room temperature.

· Thinai Payasam is nutritious, light, and perfectly fits the satvik prasadam requirements for Thaipusam.

· Can also be served chilled for a thicker consistency.

Thaipusam 2026 Tip

· Combine with Puliyodarai or Parippu Payasam to make a full traditional prasadam spread.

· Keep the recipe vegan-friendly by using coconut milk instead of cow’s milk if desired.

 

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