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Bhopali Sheer Khurma

Bhopali Sheer Khurma

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Bhopali Sheer Khurma is a majestic and profoundly decadent Nawabi heritage dessert, uniquely celebrated for its dry-date and vermicelli profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of fine vermicelli roasted in pure ghee and simmered in a rich emulsion of whole milk, dates, and slow-cooked dry fruits to achieve a professional-grade silky and aromatic consistency. Known for its world-famous association with Eid celebrations in Bhopal and status as a mandatory royal treat in traditional high-end regional households, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Festive-Gourmet' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and milky-sweet, with the 'Khurma' (dates) providing a unique professional-grade natural sweetness and depth. Best enjoyed warm or chilled. A mandatory choice for the refined regional sweet seekers.

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyHard
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Ingredients

1 liter Full-fat Milk
1/2 cup Fine Vermicelli (Seviyan)
1/2 cup Dry Dates (Chhuhara), sliced
1/2 cup Sugar
1/4 cup Mixed Nuts (Pistachios, Almonds, Cashews), sliced
4 tbsp Pure Ghee
1 tsp Cardamom powder
Saffron strands
1 tbsp Rose water
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Slow cooking the milk until it reduces naturally is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade authentic Nawabi richness.
  • Ensuring the vermicelli is roasted perfectly provides the absolute secret to achieving superior professional-grade flavor depth.
  • The addition of a little bit of chironji (charoli) provide the essential professional-grade imperial lift.
  • Always use dry dates (Chhuhara) rather than fresh dates specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade traditional taste is achieved.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (200ml))

Calories

320 kcal

Protein

8g

Fat

16g

Carbs

38g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.