A wedding that doesn’t serve payasam is not a real wedding, according to the locals. It’s slowly cooked milk reduced to the thickness of double cream and set with vermicelli and cardamom ...

Payasam (South India pudding) Instructions: In a large stockpot over high heat, bring the milk and sugar to a boil. Simmer for just 4 to 5 minutes. Next add the vermicelli and continue simmering ...