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Sheer Pira

Cultural Context

Sheer Pira, a traditional Afghan sweet, is often prepared during special occasions and celebrations, symbolizing hospitality and joy. This milk-based dessert is cherished for its creamy texture and delicate flavors, often enhanced with cardamom and rose water. Today, it has found its way into various cultures, with adaptations that reflect local tastes and ingredients.

AfghanAFdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
4 cups milk
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon cardamom
2 tablespoons rose water
1/4 cup pistachios
1/4 cup almonds
2 tablespoons butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Almond milk offers a dairy-free option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with fewer calories.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Vanilla extract is more commonly available.

1

Boil milk in a large pot over medium heat until it begins to froth.

2

Add sugar and stir continuously until dissolved.

3

Mix cornstarch with a small amount of water to create a slurry.

4

Gradually add the slurry to the boiling milk, stirring constantly until thickened.

5

Incorporate cardamom and rose water, mixing well.

6

Remove from heat and pour into a greased dish.

7

Allow to cool slightly, then sprinkle with chopped pistachios and almonds.

8

Refrigerate for several hours or until set.

9

Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Cooking Techniques

boilingthickeningsetting

Equipment Needed

large potwhiskmeasuring cupsserving dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Sheer PiraAfghan Milk Cake

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