Step 1

Soak the almonds for about 10 minutes in 1 cup of warm water.

Step 2

Peel the almonds and keep about 4-5 pieces on the side.

Step 3

Blend the remaining peeled almonds in 1 cup of milk in Vitamix or another blender.

Step 4

In a saucepan add the almond and milk mixture, and all ingredients except pistachios.

Step 5

On medium flame allow the milk to come to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Lower the flame and allow the milk to boil for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Remove from flame, optionally add sliced pistachios and the remaining sliced almonds.

Step 8

In the instant pot liner, add the almond and milk mixture, and all ingredients except pistachios.

Step 9

Turn the saute mode on the normal setting for 15 minutes.

Step 10

Allow the milk to come to a boil.

Step 11

Quickly turn off the saute mode, stir the milk so it settles down.

Step 12

Add the chopped pistachios and the remaining sliced almonds.

Step 13

Serve badam milk warm or chilled.