Easy Falooda Recipe

Falooda is also known as Faluda Ice Cream, faluda, faloodeh. It is a popular Mughalai cold dessert in India and other neighboring countries. Traditionally it is made with rose syrup, vermicelli, basil seeds, milk, nuts and often served with ice cream.

Further, it is served with various toppings like tutti frutti, nuts, cherry etc. by creating a different texture and fusion as per your taste preferences. It is a rich and refreshing beverage enjoyed during hot summer.

Not but not the least faloodas are creamy, crunchy, sweet, smooth and refreshing for heat and soal. So, feel free to create your own faluda by adding the ingredients as per your choice like any fruit, nuts, sweeteners etc., hope you enjoy doing it.

SABJA SEEDS:

Sabja seeds also know as Tukmaria or sweet basil seeds. Instead of sabja seeds even you can use chia seeds. It is one of the main ingredients used while preparing falooda. These seeds are tiny black seeds from sweet basil plants. Further, these seeds are consumed by soaking in water until they expand. This seed gives a crunchy feel while having.

Sabja seeds have a amazing health benefits, such as its cooling property and good for digestion. Using these basil seeds during summer keep the body cool and hydrated. Adding this sabja seeds to falood makes it a perfect summer treat.

VERMICELLI OR SEV:

Usually vermicelli used for making falooda is made from wheat, cornstarch or arrowroot. Adding vermicelli gives a different texture and appearance.

SWEET SYRUP:

Rose syrup is a floral aroma and taste. Which is made from rose petals. Which is traditionally used for preparing faluda. It gives a sparkling color and taste to the dessert.

MILK:

You can add chilled or sweetened milk. Some variations can be made such as you can add plant based milk like almond milk, coconut milk, oats milk, ragi milk. And for rich and creamy texture and taste you can add condensed milk.

TOPPING:

Faloodas and be specially made with variety of toppings as per your creativity and personal preferences. Usually toppings includes tutti frutti, jelly cubes like rose jelly or strawberry jelly, ice creams are popular (usually vanilla or strawberry flavor are used), any chopped nuts of you are choice such as almonds, pistachio, and cashew nuts.

TYPES OF FALOODAS:

As you also know falooda is a versatile dessert made with variety of tastes, flavor and combinations. So, are few popular faloodas are given below:

ROSE FALOODA:

This is one of the most traditional method of faloodas, prepared using rose syrup as the main ingredient. And other ingredients are vermicelli, sabja seeds, nuts, milk, ice cream and toppings.

SAFFRON FALOODA/KESAR FALOODA:

The primary ingredient used in this falooda is saffron infused milk or saffron syrup. It is used to give a falooda a distinct rich golden color. It includes vermicelli, sabja, nuts, milk and toppings.

MANGO FALOODA:

It is a delicious seasonal falooda prepared during mango season. Further, it is made using ripe mango, by giving a twist to the traditional falooda. It generally includes vermicelli, sabja, mango syrup or puree, mango pieces, mango jelly, nuts and ice cream.

PISTA FALOODA:

Pista syrup or crushed nuts are used to make this nutty falooda. It includes vermicelli, milk, pista crushed, sabja and any toppings of your choice.

CHOCOLATE FALOODA:

Chocolate syrup or cocoa powder is mixed with milk or sweetened milk to create a rich and creamy flavor and texture. It includes vermicelli, milk, sabja seeds, chocolate syrup or choco chips, chocolate ice cream.

FRUIT FALOODA:

In this falooda you can add any fruit of your choice. Adding fruits to falooda gives a refreshing and filling twist to the traditional falooda. It includes vermicelli, sabja seeds, milk, fruits, rose syrup, nuts, ice creams and any topping of your preference.

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HOW TO MAKE FALUDA OR FALOODA AT HOME:

For Assembling the Falooda:

Falooda

Recipe by AshaCourse: BeveragesCuisine: IndianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Total time

20

minutes

Falooda is also known as faluda, faloodeh. It is a popular Mughalai cold dessert in India and other neighboring countries. Traditionally it is made with rose syrup, vermicelli, basil seeds, milk, nuts and often served with ice cream. Further, it is served with various toppings like tutti frutti, nuts, cherry etc. by creating a different texture and fusion as per your taste preferences. It is a rich and refreshing beverage enjoyed during hot summer.

Ingredients

• Milk 1 cup

• Sabja seeds soaked 4 tbsp.

• Rose syrup 4 tbsp.

• Vermicelli or Falooda sev 2 to 3 tbsp.

• Dry fruit paste or Thandai paste 1 tbsp. (optional)

• Sugar 2 tbsp.

• Chopped dry fruits 2 to 3 tbsp.

• Fresh fruits diced 1/4 cup

• 2 Scoop of Ice cream

• Tutti frutti 1 tbsp.

Directions

• Firstly, boil the milk and sugar to it. And allow it cool down completely.
• Then cook the falooda sev according the package instructions. once cooked, rinse them under cold water and keep it aside.
• Add in dry fruits paste or thandai paste (optional).
• Start by adding soaked sabja seeds 2 tbsp.
• Then start adding rose syrup.
• Later add in cooked falooda sev.
• Add some chopped dry nuts.
• Further, add in fresh fruits. Since it is a mango season, I have added mango pulp, grapes.
• And then add in cold milk.
• Then again add in subja seeds.
• Top glass with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Finally garnish it with chopped nuts, tutti frutti and some diced fruits. Then serve immediately with a spoon or straw. And its ready to eat.

Recipe Video

FAQ:

What is Falooda Ice Cream?

Falooda Ice Cream is a famous dessert, which combines faloods with ice cream. One of the prefect treat for hot summer. It’s a delightful treat enjoyed in countries like India, Pakistan and Bangladesh and various other parts of Asia.

Falooda Ice Cream is typically prepared by adding cooked falooda sev or vermicelli, soaked basil seeds, sweetened milk, rose syrup or rooh afza, ice cream, and toppings such as chopped nuts, tutti frutti, jelly, rose petals, fruits.

What is Royal falooda?

Royal falooda is a luxurious and delightful summer dessert. It includes rich ingredients which is the variations of traditional falooda.

Some common ingredients are falooda sev, nuts, fruits, rose syrup, sabja seeds or basil seeds, sweetened milk, ice cream, jelly and dollop of whipped cream. It is usually served in a tall glass, layers are arranger in a pleasing manner and served chilled.

What does Falooda Kulfi or Kulfi faluda taste like?

Kulfi is a traditional ice cream, made using milk, cardamom, saffron or other spices. It is a cone shaped ice cream.

Falooda Ice Cream is a combination of traditional falooda and kulfi into one delicious dessert. It is a mixture of creamy nutty and refreshing flavors of Asian Cuisine.

What is Baba Falooda?

Refers to a specific established brand, which has its style of serving faluda.

How Rabri Falooda is made?

Firstly, rabri and falooda both are famous desserts in their own way. And when it combined to gather it becomes rich and delightful dessert.

Rabri is a traditional Indian sweet made by boiling milk, until it reduces to thick, creamy consistency. It is a combination of sugar, cardamom, saffron and other spices.

So, overall rabri falooda is a fusion of two classic desserts into one dessert. Which truly satisfying treat for summer or having after meals.

What is Falooda Sev?

Falooda sev is one of the key ingredients used while making faluda. It a type of vermicelli made using corn starch. It gives a texture and thickness to the dessert.

How to make Falooda Sev?

In a mixing bowl add 1 cup corn starch. And then gradually add water to form a smooth lump free dough. Further, cook until the dough thickens and starts to come together.

It make take 5 to 8 minutes under low flame. Once done allow it to cool down completely.

Transfer the dough to the sev press. The press the dough through the sev press. Moving it into a circular motion to form thin strands directly onto the boiling water.

How to make Jelly for falooda?

There are two method of doing jelly. One is by using agar agar powder or flakes and another method is using jelly powder.

Using jelly powder: Firstly, boil 1 cup of water. Once the water boils, remove the pan and then add in 50 grams of jelly powder. Keep stirring until the powder dissolves in water. Allow it to cool down.

Further, pour prepared jelly mixture into a shallow container. The depth of the jelly should be at least 1/2 inch to 1 inch. Refrigerate to set for 2 to 3 hours. Once the jelly is set, then with the help of knife cut them into cubes or desired shapes of your choice.

Using agar agar: Agar agar is a plant based gelatin. Firstly, in a pan combine 1 tbsp. agar agar with 2 cups of water, then give a mix. Then place the pan over medium heat and bring the agar agar mixture to a boiling and ensure it is fully dissolved.

Later add in sugar and flavoring of your choice. Stir well to combaine. Let the mixture simmer for 2 to 3 minutes under low flame.

Further, remove the pan and pour into a shallow mold. Once it is completely cool down cut them into cubes or desired shapes.