Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 20 raw whole almonds
  • 2 cups (480 mL) low-fat or whole milk
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • pinch saffron threads
  • 2-3 teaspoons granulated sugar (or to taste)
  • crushed pistachios (for garnishing)

Instruction

  • Soak the almonds in very hot water for 10 to 15 minutes. Peel off the skins of the almonds. Place the almonds in a high-powered blender and grind to a powder. Blend the ground almonds with a couple tablespoons of the milk until you get a fine paste
  • Put the rest of the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat. When warm, add the almond paste, turmeric, cardamom, saffron, and sugar. Stir well. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, whisking continuously so no skin develops on the top. Taste and add more sugar if desired.
  • Serve warm or chilled, garnished with crushed pistachios.