Low Sodium Sheera
Indulge in the delightful, guilt-free comfort of Low Sodium Sheera, a healthier spin on the traditional Indian semolina pudding. This aromatic dessert is made by toasting golden semolina in ghee for a rich, nutty flavor and simmering it to perfection with a warm milk-water blend. The recipe bursts with natural sweetness from sugar balanced by fragrant cardamom and luxurious saffron strands, while a medley of roasted almonds, cashews, pistachios, and raisins adds texture and wholesome goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe offers a low-sodium treat perfect for those watching their salt intake without compromising on taste. Serve it warm, garnished with extra pistachios for an elegant touch—an irresistible dessert for celebrations or everyday indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Semolina (Sooji)
- 0.25 cup Ghee
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Saffron strands
- 2 tablespoons Almonds, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cashews, broken
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 1 tablespoon Pistachios, chopped
Instructions
In a small bowl, soak the saffron strands in 1 tablespoon of warm milk and set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the semolina and roast, stirring continuously, for about 8-10 minutes until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Be careful not to let it burn.
In a separate pot, bring the milk and water to a gentle boil.
Once the semolina is roasted, slowly add the boiling milk-water mixture to the pan, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Reduce the heat to low and continue to stir until the mixture thickens and the semolina is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the sugar to the pan, mixing well until it is completely dissolved.
Add the cardamom powder and saffron milk, stirring to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
In a small frying pan, dry roast the almonds, cashews, and pistachios until slightly golden. Add in the raisins and toast until they puff up.
Add the roasted nuts and raisins to the sheera, mixing thoroughly.
Serve the low sodium sheera warm, garnished with extra chopped pistachios, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.0 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.9 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 204 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 211 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.8 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 145.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 739 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1681 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
