Sheera

How to Prepare

1. Heat 1.5 cups of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
2. Add 3 cups of semolina (rava) and roast it on low heat for 8-10 minutes until it turns golden and aromatic.
3. In a separate pot, heat 6 cups of milk and 3 cups of water until it comes to a boil.
4. Gradually add the hot milk-water mixture to the roasted semolina, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
5. Cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens.
6. Add 3 cups of sugar and mix well until it dissolves completely.
7. Add 1.5 teaspoons of cardamom powder and a pinch of saffron strands soaked in 2 tablespoons of warm milk.
8. Stir in 1 cup of chopped nuts (cashews, almonds) and 0.5 cup of raisins.
9. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, then turn off the heat.
10. Serve hot, garnished with additional nuts if desired.