Savia, or Sweet Noodle Dessert

Posted Fri, 12/01/2006 - 8:00am

Summary

Yield
Prep Time5 minutes

Description

This Indian dish is sent to friends during Diwali, garnished with edible gold or silver leaf.

Ingredients

  • 4 T ghee or butter
  • 1⁄2 c seedless raisins
  • 1⁄2 c coarsely chopped pistachio nuts or almonds
  • 3⁄4 c sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1⁄2 lb vermicelli noodles, broken into 1-2 inch lengths, cooked and drained
  • edible gold or silver leaf (optional— available in middle east food stores)
  • 1 c plain yogurt, for serving (optional)

Instructions

Heat ghee or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add raisins, nuts, and ½ cup coconut, and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add noodles; mix in and heat thoroughly, about 3 minutes. Pile mixture on a serving platter and sprinkle with remaining coconut. Spread leaf over the mixture, if desired. A dollop of yogurt can be added to individual servings, if desired. Makes 4–6 servings.