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Ingredients

	1/4 cup	Vermicelli
	2 tablespoons	Ghee
	3 cups	Milk , whole
	1/4 cup	Sugar
	1/4 teaspoon	Cardamom , powder
	2 tablespoons	Almond , chopped
	2 tablespoons	Cashew , chopped
	2 tablespoons	Pistachio , chopped
	2 tablespoons	Raisin
	1 tablespoon	Chironji
	2 tablespoons	Date , dried, chopped
	1 pinch	Saffron , strands
	—	Rose water , optional

Instructions

1. 1 Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
2. 2 Add vermicelli and roast until golden brown, then set aside.
3. 3 In the same pan, add chopped almonds, cashews, pistachios, chironji, and raisins. Roast until fragrant and set aside.
4. 4 In a large pot, bring the milk to a boil.
5. 5 Reduce the heat and let it simmer until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
6. 6 Add the roasted vermicelli to the milk and cook until it softens.
7. 7 Stir in the sugar and cardamom powder.
8. 8 Add the roasted nuts, raisins, and chopped dates to the milk mixture.
9. 9 Add saffron strands and let them infuse into the milk.
10. 10 Simmer for a few more minutes until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
11. 11 Remove from heat and add a splash of rose water if using.
12. 12 Serve warm or chilled, garnished with additional nuts if desired.