Sweet And Creamy Vermicelli

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 tablespoon ghee
• 125 gm fine vermicelli
• 1 1/2 cup hot water
• 1/4 teaspoon saffron strands
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoon sultanas or raisins
• 2 tablespoon slivered blanched almonds
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

Method:

1. Break the vermicelli into small pieces less than 2.5cm (1 inch) in length.
   Heat ghee in a heavy saucepan and fry the vermicelli intil golden brown, stirring so it colours evenly.
2. Add hot water and saffron and bring to the boil, then turn heat low, cover and simmer gently until vermicelli is cooked.
3. Add sugar and sultanas and cook uncovered until liquid is absorbed.
   Stir in the almonds and cardamom, stir well.
4. Serve warm or chilled with cream.