Sheer Khurma Recipe (Traditional Pakistani Eid Dessert)

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Learn how to make traditional Pakistani Sheer Khurma with this easy step-by-step recipe. A rich and creamy vermicelli dessert made with milk, dates, and dry fruits — perfect for Eid celebrations.

Introduction

Sheer Khurma is a classic and traditional Pakistani dessert, especially prepared on Eid. This rich and creamy dish is made with milk, vermicelli (seviyan), dates, and a mix of dry fruits. It has a delicious aroma of cardamom and kewra, making it a festive favorite in every home.

Recipe Details

Servings: 6–8 people

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25–30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

For Milk Base

1.5 litre full cream milk (full fat recommended)

¾ cup sugar (adjust to taste)

½ teaspoon cardamom powder

½ teaspoon kewra water (optional)

Few strands saffron (optional

For Vermicelli & Dry Fruits

50–60 grams thin vermicelli (seviyan), crushed

2–3 tablespoons desi ghee

8–10 dry dates (soaked and chopped)

¼ cup almonds (sliced)

¼ cup pistachios (sliced)

¼ cup cashews (sliced)

2 tablespoons raisins (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare Dry Fruits

Soak dry dates in water for about 30 minutes, then chop them. Slice almonds, pistachios, and cashews.

Tip: Soaking the dry fruits makes them softer and enhances the taste.

2. Roast in Ghee

Heat 2 tablespoons ghee in a heavy-bottom pot on medium flame.

Add almonds, pistachios, cashews, and raisins. Roast for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.

In the same ghee, add vermicelli and roast until light golden brown (about 2–3 minutes), stirring continuously.

Tip: Do not over-brown the vermicelli or it may taste bitter.

3. Cook with Milk

Add 1.5 litre milk and bring it to a boil on high flame.

Once it boils, reduce the heat and cook for 10–12 minutes until vermicelli softens.

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Add cardamom powder, saffron (if using), and chopped dates.

4. Add Sugar & Flavor

Add sugar (start with ½ cup and adjust to taste).

If the mixture becomes too thick, add a little more milk or evaporated milk.

Add kewra water at the end for aroma. Cook for another 5 minutes on low flame.

5. Final Touch & Serving

Add back the roasted dry fruits (save some for garnish).

Turn off the flame and let it cool.

Serve warm or chilled, garnished with sliced nuts and dry rose petals.

Tips for Perfect Sheer Khurma

Always use full cream milk for a rich and creamy texture.

Do not over-roast vermicelli to avoid bitterness.

If it thickens too much, adjust with boiled milk.

Make it in the morning — it tastes even better when slightly chilled.

Variations

Add more dates for extra sweetness.

Add khoya (mawa) for a richer taste.

Use condensed milk for a creamier texture.

Eid Mubarak advance mein! 🌙🍲✨

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