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Falooda Recipe

Shashi Charles
Falooda is a traditional drink that originated in Persia. A must try for this summer!
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 549 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Strawberry Gelatin Prepared according to package directions, or ready-made
  • 1 tablespoon Basil Seeds
  • 1 cup Water Divided
  • 1 tablespoon Tapioca Pearls
  • 1 cup Milk Cold
  • 2-3 tablespoons Rose Syrup Rose syrup is sweet, so adjust amount accordingly
  • 1 teaspoon Nielsen-Massey Rose Water
  • 1 teaspoon Nielsen-Massey Pure Almond Extract
  • 2 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream Or strawberry ice cream
  • 2 teaspoons Pistachios Crushed

Instructions
 

  • Prepare strawberry gelatin according to package directions if not using ready-made. When this is set and able to be cut, you are ready to proceed.
  • Soak basil seeds in 1/2 cup water for 30 minutes.
  • Add tapioca pearls to 1/2 cup water and place in the microwave for 25 seconds.
  • Pour milk, rose syrup, Nielsen-Massey Rose Water, and Nielsen-Massey Pure Almond Extract into a large glass and stir to combine.
  • Then, take 2 tablespoons of soaked basil seeds and add them to milk mixture.
  • Take 2 tablespoons of the tapioca pearls and add them too to the milk mixture and stir gently.
  • Cut up the strawberry gelatin or scoop it out and add 4-5 tablespoons of it to milk mixture.
  • Top with ice cream and pistachios and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 549kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 16gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 238mgSugar: 48g
Keyword Barbecues, Drinks, Easy, Flavors of Summer, Frozen Drinks, Ice Cream, Nielsen-Massey, Strawberries, Summer, Vanilla
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