Paal Payasam (Rice Payasam)

Name: Paal Payasam (Rice Payasam)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons basmati rice (or any regular or long grained non-sticky rice); 1 litre whole milk (or full fat milk); 4 tablespoons sugar (or add as per taste); 1 tablespoon ghee ((clarified butter))

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:50min

Paal Payasam is a simple South Indian dessert made with rice, milk, sugar and a touch of flavoring. The rice is slow cooked in milk until soft and creamy. This Tamil-style version keeps the ingredients minimal for a classic traditional flavor. Serve this Rice Payasam warm or chilled as a festive dessert.

Updated at: Fri, 22 May 2026 01:15:54 GMT