SAWINE

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Sawine is a Muslim sweet for Eid from Trinidad and Tobago. I got that recipe from a sister from Trini. I haven't tried it yet but God Willing I will this year. There are also rice vermicelli available on the market, for those who eat Gluten-free.

Provided by Anselma

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

200 g vermicelli (rice)
2 cups water
2 pieces cinnamon sticks
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups evaporated milk
1/4 cup sugar (or to taste)
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup cherries (chopped)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • 1) In a heavy skillet, parch vermicelli until golden brown. (It helps to break the vermecelli into small pieces and parch with some butter or ghee).
  • 2) In a large deep pot bring water, cinnamon and salt to a boil.
  • 3) Add vermicelli and cook on low heat until most of the water has evaporated and vermicelli is tender.
  • 4) Add milk, sugar to taste, almond, raisins and cherries and cook for a minute or two.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.1, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 54.8, Sodium 276.9, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 10.9, Protein 16.4

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