Mango Faluda Ice Cream Recipe

Mango Faluda Ice Cream Recipe

A delicious and refreshing layered summer dessert combining mangoes, basil seeds, faluda sev (vermicelli), rose syrup, chilled milk, and creamy vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

For Mango Faluda:

Mango Pulp – 2 cups

Milk – 500 ml (chilled)

Faluda Sev (Vermicelli) – 1/2 cup

Basil Seeds (Sabja) – 2 tablespoons

Sugar – 4 tablespoons

Rose Syrup – 2 tablespoons

Chopped Dry Fruits (almonds, cashews, etc.) – 2 tablespoons

For Ice Cream:

Vanilla Ice Cream – 4 scoops

Chopped Pistachios – 1 tablespoon

Fresh Mango Cubes – 1 cup

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Faluda Sev

1. Boil water in a saucepan.
2. Add the faluda sev (vermicelli) and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until soft.
3. Drain the vermicelli and rinse it under cold water.
4. Set aside.

Step 2: Soak Basil Seeds

1. In a small bowl, soak the basil seeds (sabja) in enough water for 15 minutes.
2. Once they swell up and become gelatinous, drain off any excess water.
3. Set aside.

Step 3: Make Mango Puree

1. In a blender, add the mango pulp and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
2. Blend until smooth and thick.
3. Set the mango puree aside.

Step 4: Assemble the Mango Faluda

1. Take a tall serving glass.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of soaked basil seeds to the bottom.
3. Add a layer of faluda sev over the seeds.
4. Pour in cold milk (about 1/3 to 1/2 of the glass, depending on your preference).
5. Add 1 tablespoon of rose syrup over the milk.
6. Spoon in a thick layer of the prepared mango puree.

Step 5: Add Ice Cream and Garnish

1. Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
2. Sprinkle with chopped dry fruits and chopped pistachios.
3. Garnish with fresh mango cubes.
4. Serve immediately.

Serving Suggestion

Serve the Mango Faluda Ice Cream chilled in tall, elegant glasses. It makes a perfect and visually appealing dessert, ideal for hot summer days or festive occasions.

Tips

Use ripe, sweet mangoes (like Alphonso or Kesar) for the best flavor.

You can replace rose syrup with saffron milk for a more luxurious flavor.

Adjust the sweetness of milk and mango pulp to suit your taste.

Chill all components before assembling for the best experience.