Perfect Suji Halwa (Sheera) Recipe

 

Perfect Suji Halwa (Sheera) Recipe

Suji Halwa, also known as Sheera, is a classic Indian dessert made with semolina, ghee, sugar, and flavored with cardamom. It’s a quick and easy sweet dish perfect for festivals or special occasions.  

 **Ingredients** (Serves 3-4)  

- 1/2 cup suji (semolina)  

- 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)  

- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)  

- 1 1/2 cups water (or milk for a richer taste)  

- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder  

- 8-10 cashews, chopped  

- 8-10 raisins  

- A few saffron strands (optional)  

 **Instructions**  

 **Step 1: Roast the Suji**  

1. Heat **ghee** in a pan on medium heat.  

2. Add **cashews and raisins**, sauté until golden, then remove and set aside.  

3. Add **suji** to the same pan and roast on low-medium heat for **6-8 minutes** until it turns golden and aromatic. Stir continuously to prevent burning.  

 **Step 2: Prepare the Sugar Syrup**  

1. In a separate saucepan, heat **water (or milk)** and add sugar. Stir until dissolved.  

2. Add **cardamom powder and saffron strands** (if using). Keep warm.  

 **Step 3: Cook the Halwa**  

1. Slowly pour the hot sugar syrup into the roasted suji while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.  

2. Cook for **2-3 minutes**, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and absorbs all the liquid.  

3. Add the roasted cashews and raisins, mix well.  

**Step 4: Serve & Enjoy**  

- Serve warm, garnished with **more nuts or a drizzle of ghee**!  

 **Tips for the Best Suji Halwa:**  

- Always roast suji **on low heat** to avoid a raw taste.  

- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar.  

- For a richer taste, replace water with **full-fat milk**.  

Would you like a variation, like Banana or Kesari Halwa?