Sawine Vermicelli Kheer is a traditional Indian dessert made with roasted vermicelli, milk, and flavored with cardamom and saffron. This rich and creamy dessert is perfect for special occasions and festivals. It is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. The sweet aroma of cardamom and saffron combined with the nutty vermicelli makes this dessert truly irresistible. Serve it chilled or warm, and garnish it with nuts for an extra crunch. Enjoy the delectable taste of Sawine Vermicelli Kheer and impress your guests with your culinary skills!
Ingredients
- 1 cup roasted vermicelli
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- A pinch of saffron strands
- 2 tablespoons ghee or clarified butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (cashews, almonds, pistachios)
- 1 tablespoon raisins
Directions
- Heat ghee in a pan and add the roasted vermicelli. Stir-fry until it turns golden brown.
- In a separate saucepan, heat milk on medium heat until it comes to a boil.
- Add the roasted vermicelli to the milk and simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the vermicelli is cooked and soft.
- Add sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands to the kheer. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kheer thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped nuts and raisins. Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Sawine Vermicelli Kheer is a popular dessert during the Muslim festival of Eid.
Vermicelli, known as seviyan in Hindi, is a traditional ingredient in Indian sweets.
Cardamom and saffron add a unique and exotic flavor to the kheer.
Kheer is often garnished with silver leaf, known as vark, for a decorative touch.