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Melt-In-The Mouth Sooji Halwa / Sheera Recipe

Author: Anvita
Indulge in melt-in-the-mouth sooji halwa (sheera) that instantly brings back childhood nostalgia. This is my favorite recipe for cozy memories and festival spreads. Comes together in just 20 minutes for sweet comfort anytime.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: sheera, sheera recipe, sooji halwa, sooji halwa recipe, suji halwa, suji halwa recipe
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Servings:

6 servings

Calories:

499kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Sooji Semolina
  • 1 cup Ghee
  • ¾ cup Sugar can also be adjusted to taste
  • 3 cups Water – Or milk
  • 1 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
  • ¼ cup Almonds optional
  • 1 tablespoon dried crushed Rose Petals optional
  • Raisins optional but recommended

Instructions

Stove Top Sooji Halwa Recipe

  • Roast the Semolina – Heat ghee in a pan and add the sooji. Roast it on a medium flame, stirring continuously, until it turns golden brown and aromatic.
  • Cook & Stir – Add the water, followed by sugar keep stirring until the mixture thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan.
  • Add Almonds, Raisins & Cardamom Powder– Stir in the slivered almonds, and raisins if using any, followed by cardamom powder. Incorporate the ingredients together for another 1-2 minutes. Serve warm.

Instant Pot Sheera Recipe

  • Heat Ghee in the Instant Pot
  • Add the sooji to the pot and sauté until golden brown.
  • Stir constantly to prevent burning as the sooji toasts.
  • Scrape the bottom of the pot so no sooji sticks.
  • Add sugar, water, and saffron strands (if using), then mix well.
  • Scrape the bottom again to loosen any stuck sooji with the liquids.
  • Secure the lid, seal the vent, and pressure cook for 2 minutes.
  • Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the rest.
  • Open the lid, garnish with nuts, dried fruits, and dried flowers.
  • Serve warm & enjoy

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Nutrition

Serving: 6g | Calories: 499kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 107IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
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