Recipe Detail

Preparation

• Roast Semolina:

  1. • Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan.
     • Add semolina and roast it on medium-low heat until it turns golden brown and you can smell a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.

  2. Prepare Sugar Syrup:

     • In a separate pot, heat water and sugar to make a sugar syrup.
     • Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

  3. Combine Semolina and Sugar Syrup:

     • Slowly add the sugar syrup to the roasted semolina, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

  4. Cook and Add Flavorings:

     • Keep stirring to avoid any lumps and ensure the semolina absorbs the sugar syrup.
     • Add cardamom powder and saffron strands (if using) for flavor.

  5. Add Chopped Nuts:

     • In a small pan, roast the chopped nuts in a little ghee until they are golden brown.
     • Add the roasted nuts to the sheera and mix well.

  6. Serve:

     • Continue to cook and stir until the sheera reaches a halwa-like consistency and the ghee starts to separate from the mixture.
     • Remove from heat and serve hot.

  Total Cooking Time:

  Approximately 20-30 minutes.

  Servings:

  This recipe makes about 4 servings, depending on the serving size. Serve sheera hot as a dessert or enjoy it with poori for a delicious combination. Adjust the sugar quantity to suit your sweetness preference.