Seviyan Kheer – Sweet Indian Vermicelli Dessert

Vermicelli Kheer, or Seviyan Kheer as it is known in India, is a special dessert made mostly for festivals or celebrations, but is delicious all throughout the year.

This wonderful sweet pudding is traditionally made with milk, vermicelli, spices, and dry fruits. The texture is luscious and silky, with the vermicelli providing a delicate bite. Aromatic spices like cardamom and cloves infuse the kheer with a warm, Indian fragrance, and chopped dry fruits such as almonds, cashews, and raisins add a crunch and a burst of sweetness.

In this recipe, I use fine whole wheat vermicelli, but you can also use the slightly thicker version. The vermicelli can be made from whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, or semolina. In my recipe, I use cloves, which provide a subtle, warm fragrance that complements the cardamom’s aroma.

Seviyan Kheer can be served warm or chilled, so whether you are celebrating a holiday or just craving a sweet treat, it’s a dessert you will fall in love with over and over again.

How to Make Seviyan Kheer – Sweet Indian Vermicelli Dessert

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Chop the roasted or fried unsalted almonds (or cashew nuts).
   • Measure out all the ingredients to have them ready for use.

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   Fry the Spices:

   • Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
   • Add the cloves and cardamom pods to the ghee. Fry them until they release their aroma.

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   Cook the Vermicelli:

   • Add the broken vermicelli to the pan.
   • Fry the vermicelli in the ghee until it turns golden brown.

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   Add Milk and Simmer:

   • Pour the milk into the pan with the vermicelli.
   • Bring the milk to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent the vermicelli from sticking.

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   Add Sugar and Cook:

   • Once the milk starts boiling, add the sugar.
   • Stir well to dissolve the sugar completely.

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   Simmer and Thicken:

   • Lower the flame and let the milk simmer for 5-7 minutes.
   • Continue cooking until the vermicelli is soft and the milk has thickened slightly.

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   Add Dry Fruits:

   • Add the chopped almonds (or cashew nuts) and raisins to the mixture.
   • Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

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   Serve:

   • Serve the Seviyan Kheer hot, warm, or cold.
   • If you prefer it chilled, refrigerate the kheer before serving.

Recipe Notes:

• The recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
• Use good quality fresh milk for the best taste.
• Adjust the amount of vermicelli based on your preference for thickness.
• You can add dry fruits of your choice, such as pistachios or dried apricots.
• For additional flavor, you can include saffron or rose water.
• If you prefer a thinner consistency, avoid thickening the milk too much or add extra milk before serving.

Seviyan Kheer – Sweet Indian Vermicelli Dessert

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• Author: Dassana Amit
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4
• Diet: Omnivore

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Description

Silky smooth vermicelli pudding, delicately spiced and studded with nuts. A perfect warm or chilled treat.

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Ingredients

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• 1-1.5 cups (237-355 ml) broken vermicelli
• 2 cups (500 ml) milk
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
• 4-5 green cardamom pods
• 3-4 cloves
• 7-8 roasted or fried unsalted almonds, chopped (or cashew nuts)
• 2 tsp raisins (or any dry fruits of your choice)

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients

1. Chop the roasted or fried unsalted almonds (or cashew nuts).
2. Measure out all the ingredients.

Fry the Spices

1. Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add the cloves and cardamom pods to the ghee and fry until they release their aroma.

Cook the Vermicelli

1. Add the broken vermicelli to the pan and fry in the ghee until it turns golden brown.

Add Milk and Simmer

1. Pour the milk into the pan with the vermicelli.
2. Bring the milk to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent the vermicelli from sticking.

Add Sugar and Cook

1. Once the milk boils, add the sugar and stir well to dissolve it completely.

Simmer and Thicken

1. Lower the flame and let the milk simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the vermicelli is soft and the milk has thickened slightly.

Add Dry Fruits

1. Add the chopped almonds (or cashew nuts) and raisins, stirring well to combine.

Serve

1. Serve the Seviyan Kheer hot, warm, or cold. Refrigerate before serving if preferred chilled.

Notes

• For a richer flavor, toast the vermicelli in the ghee for a few minutes before adding the milk.
• If you don’t have ghee, you can substitute with unsalted butter, but the flavor will be slightly different.
• Store leftover kheer in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Simmering
• Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 25
• Sodium: 20
• Fat: 15
• Saturated Fat: 10
• Unsaturated Fat: 5
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 30
• Fiber: 2
• Protein: 4
• Cholesterol: 10

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