Buzzflix Sheer Khurma (literally meaning milk with dates) is a luxurious, festive dessert made especially during Eid celebrations. It’s a rich, creamy pudding made with milk, dry fruits, dates (खजूर), and roasted vermicelli (सेवई). Every spoonful is packed with royal flavors and warmth!
Here’s how you can make authentic, delicious Sheer Khurma at home.
Ingredients:
- Dates (Kajur) – 7–8, finely chopped (must)
- Dry Fruits
(Cashews, Almonds, Pistachios, Raisins) – as desired, finely chopped - Pure Ghee (Tup)—2–3 tablespoons (plus extra for frying dry fruits)
- Milk (Dudh) – 1 liter
- Water – ½ cup
- Sugar (Sakhar)—to taste
- Vermicelli (Sewai)—about 50–70 grams
- Cardamom Powder (Elaichi)—½ teaspoon (optional)
- Saffron (Kesar)—a few strands (optional, for aroma and rich color)
Method:
1. Prep and Fry Dry Fruits & Kajur
- In a small pot, boil chopped dry fruits and dates (kajur) in water for 5 minutes.
- Drain and finely chop if not done earlier.
- Heat 1–2 tablespoons of pure ghee (tup) in a pan.
- Lightly fry the boiled dried fruits and cashew until golden and aromatic. Remove and set aside.
2. Simmer the Milk
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, add 1 liter of milk and ½ cup of water.
- Simmer the milk on low flame until it slightly thickens and turns yellowish in color.
(Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.) - This slow cooking gives Sheer Khurma its rich, creamy texture.
3. Add Sugar and Dry Fruits
- Add sugar to the simmering milk as per your taste.
- Add the fried dry fruits and kajur.
- Let them cook together on low flame for 5–7 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4. Roast and Add Vermicelli
- In a separate small pan, roast the vermicelli (sewai) in a little ghee until light golden.
- Add the roasted vermicelli to the milk mixture.
- Cook everything on low flame until the vermicelli softens but is not mushy (about 5 minutes).
5. Final Touch
- Finally, add 2–3 tablespoons more ghee into the Sheer Khurma.
- Mix well and cook for just 2 more minutes.
- Optionally, add a pinch of cardamom powder and a few strands of saffron for an aromatic, festive touch.
Tips for the Best Sheer Khurma:
- Dates (kajur) are a must — they give the sheer khurma its authentic, rich flavor.
- Cook on low flame throughout to avoid burning milk and to enhance taste.
- Adjust sugar according to how sweet your dates are.
- You can serve Sheer Khurma warm or chilled — both taste heavenly!
Enjoy your delicious, royal Sheer Khurma with your loved ones this festive season! 🌟
