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Sheerkurma

Cultural Context

Originating from the Indian subcontinent, Sheerkurma is a festive dessert traditionally prepared during Eid celebrations. This rich dish, made with vermicelli cooked in milk and sweetened with sugar, symbolizes prosperity and joy. Often garnished with nuts and dried fruits, it reflects the region's love for sweet, creamy desserts. Today, variations of Sheerkurma can be found in many South Asian households, enjoyed on special occasions and gatherings.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 packet vermicelli
1 tablespoon ghee
1 cup full-fat milk
1 teaspoon cardamom powder
1 cup sugar
2-3 tablespoons chopped dates
2-3 tablespoons crushed pistachios
2-3 tablespoons crushed almonds

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

dates

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried figs provide similar sweetness and texture.

1

Break the vermicelli into smaller pieces by hand.

2

In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of ghee.

3

Toast the vermicelli in the ghee for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

4

Boil the full-fat milk on high flame.

5

Once boiled, reduce the flame to medium and add 1 teaspoon of cardamom powder and 1 cup of sugar.

6

Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sugar dissolves.

7

Add chopped dates, crushed pistachios, and crushed almonds to the mixture.

8

Cook for an additional 10-12 minutes on medium flame.

Cooking Techniques

toastingsimmering

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Sheer KhurmaSheer Korma

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