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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
8 liters milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup almonds
pitted dates
red raisins
cashew nuts
2 tbsp cardamom
4 tbsp ghee
dry fruits
3 tbsp ghee

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

Cut almonds and set aside.

2

Measure 8 liters of milk and pour it into a pot.

3

Add 1/2 cup of sugar to the milk and stir until dissolved.

4

Add 1/2 cup of almonds, pitted dates, red raisins, and cashew nuts to the mixture.

5

Stir in 2 tbsp of cardamom and 4 tbsp of ghee.

6

Cook on low flame, allowing the mixture to boil and thicken.

7

In a separate pan, heat 3 tbsp of ghee and fry the dry fruits until golden brown.

8

Add the fried dry fruits to the milk mixture and stir well.

Cooking Techniques

toastingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potspatulameasuring cupsknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Sheer KhurmaSheer Korma

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