There is something deeply comforting about the aroma of roasting ghee and simmering milk that instantly transports us back to festive mornings. Whether it is a grand wedding feast or a quiet family celebration, no South Indian meal is truly complete without a serving of traditional semiya payasam. This dessert, also known as vermicelli payasam or a classic semiya kheer recipe, is the perfect example of where simplicity meets indulgence. However, as many home cooks know, the secret to a perfect south indian semiya payasam lies in the quality of