Recipe

Refreshing Rose Falooda

Rose Delight: A Refreshing Twist on Traditional Falooda

4.6 out of 5

Indulge in the flavors of India with this delightful Rose Falooda recipe. Originating from Indian cuisine, this dessert drink is a perfect blend of rose syrup, vermicelli, basil seeds, and ice cream, creating a refreshing and aromatic treat.

Dessert› Falooda

Asian cuisine› Indian cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

10 minutes

Total time

30 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Gluten-free (if using gluten-free vermicelli), Nut-free, Egg-free, Halal

Allergens

Milk, Nuts (depending on garnish)

Not suitable for

Vegan (due to the use of milk and ice cream), Dairy-free, Lactose intolerant, Paleo, Keto

Ingredients

2 cups (470ml) milk 2 cups (470ml) milk
1/4 cup (50g) vermicelli 1/4 cup (50g) vermicelli
2 tablespoons basil seeds 2 tablespoons basil seeds
2 tablespoons rose syrup 2 tablespoons rose syrup
1 scoop of vanilla ice cream 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream
Chopped nuts and rose petals for garnish Chopped nuts and rose petals for garnish

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 4g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 38g, 20g
Protein: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1.
Soak the basil seeds in water for 15 minutes until they swell up.
2.
In a saucepan, bring the milk to a boil and add the vermicelli. Cook until the vermicelli is soft and the milk thickens slightly.
3.
Remove the vermicelli and milk mixture from heat and let it cool.
4.
In serving glasses, add a tablespoon of soaked basil seeds.
5.
Pour a tablespoon of rose syrup into each glass.
6.
Add a portion of the vermicelli and milk mixture to each glass.
7.
Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
8.
Garnish with chopped nuts and rose petals.
9.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

Vermicelli — Make sure to cook the vermicelli until it is soft but not mushy. Overcooking can result in a clumpy texture.
Basil seeds — Soaking the basil seeds in water helps them swell up and become gelatinous. This adds a unique texture to the falooda.

Tips & Tricks

You can add a few drops of rose water for an extra burst of rose flavor.
Experiment with different flavors of ice cream such as pistachio or mango for a unique twist.
For a more indulgent version, drizzle some chocolate syrup over the ice cream.

Serving advice

Serve the Rose Falooda chilled in tall glasses with a long spoon. The layers of vermicelli, basil seeds, and rose syrup create an attractive presentation. Encourage your guests to mix the layers together before enjoying the refreshing flavors.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the Rose Falooda with a sprinkle of chopped nuts and a few rose petals. The vibrant colors of the falooda, along with the garnish, will make it visually appealing and inviting.