Eid Special Khoya Sawaiyan Recipe by Food Fusion

Here’s an **Eid Special Khoya Sawaiyan** recipe inspired by Food Fusion’s style. This rich, creamy dessert is perfect for festive celebrations and will surely be a crowd-pleaser!

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### **Ingredients**

#### Main Ingredients:
- **Vermicelli (Sawaiyan)**: 200 g (thin, roasted or plain)
- **Ghee (clarified butter)**: ½ cup
- **Khoya (mawa)**: 250 g (crumbled)
- **Sugar**: ¾ cup (adjust to taste)
- **Milk**: 3 cups
- **Water**: 1 cup
- **Cardamom (Elaichi)**: 3-4 pods (crushed)
- **Yellow or orange food color**: a pinch (optional)

#### Garnishing:
- **Dry fruits (almonds, pistachios, cashews)**: ¼ cup (sliced)
- **Desiccated coconut**: 2 tbsp (optional)
- **Raisins (kishmish)**: 2 tbsp
- **Silver leaf (chaandi ka warq)**: optional for decoration

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### **Instructions**

#### Step 1: Roast the Vermicelli
1. Heat ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
2. Add crushed cardamom pods and sauté until aromatic.
3. Add the vermicelli (if not pre-roasted) and roast until golden brown, stirring continuously. Set aside.

#### Step 2: Prepare Milk Mixture
1. In another pot, heat milk and water together.
2. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
3. If using food color, mix it into the milk for a festive touch.

#### Step 3: Cook the Vermicelli
1. Gradually add the milk mixture to the roasted vermicelli, stirring gently to combine.
2. Lower the heat, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the vermicelli absorbs the liquid and softens.

#### Step 4: Add Khoya
1. Once the vermicelli is cooked, add crumbled khoya and mix gently.
2. Allow the khoya to melt and blend into the sawaiyan for a creamy texture.
3. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes on low heat.

#### Step 5: Garnish and Serve
1. Add raisins and half of the dry fruits, and mix lightly.
2. Garnish with the remaining dry fruits, desiccated coconut, and silver leaf for a festive look.
3. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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### **Tips for Perfect Khoya Sawaiyan**
- **Roasting**: Roast vermicelli carefully to enhance flavor without burning.
- **Khoya Substitute**: If khoya isn’t available, use condensed milk or milk powder for similar richness.
- **Sweetness**: Adjust sugar to your taste.
- **Aroma**: Add a few drops of kewra water or rose water for extra fragrance.

This **Khoya Sawaiyan** will elevate your Eid celebration with its creamy and indulgent flavors. Let me know how it turns out! 😊