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Vamazelli

Simmered and set in milk with warm spices, this vermicelli cake is a delightful Guyanese dessert that brings nostalgic memories reminding you of many cuisines at the same time.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Setting time for the cake. 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Desserts
Cuisine South American, Vegetarian
Servings 8 people

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • loaf pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 cups vermicelli
  • 2 cups full cream milk
  • 1/2 can condensed sweetened milk
  • 1/4 cup unrefined sugar Can add up to 1/2 cup for extra sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup black currants
  • 1/4 cup glazed cherries

Instructions
 

  • Grease a casserole dish (I have used a 25x 20 cm dish) to set the dessert.
  • Into a deep saucepan add the butter, cloves and cinnamon and set on medium heat.
  • As the butter melts and spreads add the vermicelli and saute till the vermicelli appears light brown and looks toasted.
  • Add the milk and keep stirring to cook the vermicelli. Ensure to break up any lumps that are there.
  • As the mix starts bubbling, add sugar and stir in in well.
  • Cook till the mix the vermicelli appears translucent.
  • Now add the condensed milk and cook a bit further.
  • When the mix starts coating the spoon and stays to a dropping consistency, remove from heat.
  • Add the cherries and black currants and mix well.
  • Remove the cloves and cinnamon stick carefully.
  • Spoon the mix into the greased dish and let it sit.
  • Cover with a foil or wrap to prevent skin formation.
  • Let the mix cool completely.
  • Slice and serve the vamazelli cake.
Keyword diwali snacks, vermicelli recipes, Winter warmers
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