Sheer Khurma recipe: A must-have dessert for Eid celebrations

New Delhi: Sheer Kurma is one of the most popular and traditional desserts that is prepared during Eid celebrations and holds a special place. It is a rich and creamy vermicelli pudding prepared with a lot of aromatic spices and dry fruits, and saffron is a must-have during family gatherings or special occasions like Eid. Sheer Khurma, which translates to ‘milk with dates,’ is a royal dessert originating from Persian and Mughal cuisine.

This special Eid delight is made using vermicelli milk, sugar, dates, and an assortment of dry fruits. If you are looking to prepare sheer khurma at home and are not sure how to make it traditionally, here is your complete guide on what to add, how to prepare it, and the best tips for a perfect Eid delight.

Ingredients for Sheer Khurma

Main Ingredients:

• 1 liter full-fat milk
• 1/2 cup roasted vermicelli (seviyan)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 6-8 chopped dates
• 1/4 cup mixed dry fruits (almonds, pistachios, cashews, raisins)
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 3-4 crushed green cardamom pods
• 1/2 teaspoon saffron strands (soaked in warm milk)
• 1 teaspoon rose water
• 1 teaspoon chironji seeds
• Slivered almonds and pistachios
• Edible silver leaf (varak)

How to make sheer khurma: 

1. Heat ghee in a pan and add the chopped dry fruits. Saute them well for 3 minutes.
2. In the same pan, add roasted vermicelli and saute it for 2 minutes.
3. Take a heavy-bottomed pan and boil full-fat milk for 5 minutes.
4. Add crushed cardamom and let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
5. Stir in the roasted vermicelli and mix well. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vermicelli softens.
6. Add chopped dates and roasted dry fruits and stir continuously to mix well.
7. Add saffron milk and rose water to the mixture. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
8. If you are using chironji seeds, add them at this step and mix them well.
9. Let it boil for another 3 minutes and garnish with silver varak, almonds and pistachios for the final touch.

Tips to make the best Sheer Khurma

• Use full-fat milk for a creamy texture.
• Adjust the sugar according to the sweetness of the dates.
• Toast the dry fruits in ghee for a rich and nutty flavour.
• Let the Sheer Khurma rest for a while before serving to allow the flavors to develop.

A perfect dessert that captures the true essence of celebrations with your friends and family and brings a lot of people together with sweetness and nuttiness. This traditional recipe is prepared with love and aromatic ingredients and will surely be the highlight of the festive season 2025, do try this recipe today and enjoy the most delicious flavours.

 Sheer Khurma is a rich and creamy dessert that adds sweetness to Eid celebrations. Made with milk, vermicelli, dates, and dry fruits, this traditional dish is a festive favourite. Follow this easy recipe to prepare the perfect Sheer Khurma for Eid 2025 and delight your loved ones.  Food & Drink Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips