Sugar-Free Sheera
Indulge in the wholesome warmth of Sugar-Free Sheera, a delicious twist on traditional Indian semolina pudding that skips refined sugar without sacrificing flavor. This recipe gets its natural sweetness from dates and raisins, creating a guilt-free dessert that satisfies your cravings. Roasted semolina blends beautifully with aromatic cardamom and saffron, while ghee adds a rich, nutty flavor and velvety texture. The dish is finished with a crunchy garnish of mixed nuts, making it perfect for festive occasions or as a healthy treat. Quick to prepare and packed with nourishing ingredients, Sugar-Free Sheera is a delightful, family-friendly dessert that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup semolina (sooji)
- 0.5 cup ghee
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup dates, pitted and chopped
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1 pinch saffron strands
- 0.25 cup chopped mixed nuts (cashews, almonds, pistachios)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a saucepan, add water and milk together and bring them to a light simmer over medium heat. Add saffron strands and let them steep while preparing the other ingredients.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, melt ghee over medium heat. Add semolina and roast it, stirring continuously until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
While the semolina is roasting, chop the dates finely to ensure they blend smoothly into the dessert.
Once the semolina is roasted, carefully add the hot milk and saffron mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Be cautious, as the mixture may splatter.
Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped dates, raisins, and a pinch of salt. Continue to stir the mixture for another 4-5 minutes until the dates have softened and blended into the Sheera.
Add cardamom powder and mix well, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed throughout the Sheera.
Garnish with mixed nuts, stir them in, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the Sheera reaches a thick, pudding-like consistency.
Remove from heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve warm, garnished with additional nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2393 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.6 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.5 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 265 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.6 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.0 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 470 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1813 mg | 39% | |
*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.
