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Sheer Khurma Recipe with Dry Fruits — Eid Special

Name: Sheer Khurma Recipe with Dry Fruits — Eid Special
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 10.0 pcs King Solomon Medjoul Dates, 500g; 0.25 cup Premium Almonds – Fresh Crunchy Badam, Nutrient-Rich California Variety; 0.25 cup Premium Cashew Nuts – Large Whole Kaju, Fresh for Cooking & Snacking; 3.0 tbsp Pista Mota, Pistachio Kernels, Irani – Rich in Protein; 3.0 tbsp Premium Kishmish – Soft Seedless Raisins, Naturally Sweet & Chewy; 0.5 cup Thin seviyan (fine vermicelli); 1.5 litre Full-fat milk; 15.0 strands BABY Kesar; 4.0 tbsp Desi Khand 500g; 6.0 pods Elaichi - Jumbo Size Natural Green Cardamom; 2.0 tbsp Ghee

Try this authentic Sheer Khurma recipe with dry fruits — Medjoul dates, blanched almonds, cashews, kesar. Heritage quality since 1939, delivered from Delhi.

30 Min

6 Servings

Easy

Premium Almonds – Fresh Crunchy Badam, Nutrient-Rich California Variety

Premium Cashew Nuts – Large Whole Kaju, Fresh for Cooking & Snacking

Pista Mota, Pistachio Kernels, Irani – Rich in Protein

Premium Kishmish – Soft Seedless Raisins, Naturally Sweet & Chewy

King Solomon Medjoul Dates, 500g

BABY Kesar

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Adjust for 6 servings

King Solomon Medjoul Dates, 500g 10.0 pcs Buy →

Pitted and halved lengthwise

Premium Almonds – Fresh Crunchy Badam, Nutrient-Rich California Variety 0.25 cup Buy →

Soaked overnight, skins slipped off

Premium Cashew Nuts – Large Whole Kaju, Fresh for Cooking & Snacking 0.25 cup Buy →

Halved or left whole

Pista Mota, Pistachio Kernels, Irani – Rich in Protein 3.0 tbsp Buy →

Thinly sliced, reserve some for garnish

Premium Kishmish – Soft Seedless Raisins, Naturally Sweet & Chewy 3.0 tbsp Buy →

Soaked in warm water 10 minutes to plump

Thin seviyan (fine vermicelli) 0.5 cup

Dry-roasted in ghee until golden

Full-fat milk 1.5 litre

Whole milk for best creaminess

BABY Kesar 15.0 strands Buy →

Bloomed in 2 tbsp warm milk for 10 minutes

Desi Khand 500g 4.0 tbsp Buy →

Add to taste after simmering

Elaichi - Jumbo Size Natural Green Cardamom 6.0 pods Buy →

Lightly crushed

Ghee 2.0 tbsp

For toasting vermicelli and frying dry fruits

Step 1 of 3

Prepare the Dry Fruits

⏱ 0–10 min

Begin by soaking your blanched almonds in cold water overnight — or in hot water for at least two hours if you are short on time. Once soaked, slip off the papery skins; they should slide off with minimal effort. Slice the peeled almonds thinly lengthwise.

Pit your Medjoul dates and cut them into halves or thirds. Their natural caramel softness is what gives Sheer Khurma its signature depth — choose the ripest, most fragrant dates you can find.

Slice the pistachio kernels thinly. Soak the raisins in warm water for ten minutes until they plump up. Bloom your saffron strands in two tablespoons of warm milk and set aside.

Have everything prepped and within reach before you turn on the heat. Sheer Khurma moves quickly once the milk is hot.

💡 Pro Tip Soaking almonds overnight loosens tannin-rich skin, improving both texture and the body's ability to absorb vitamin E from the nut.

Step 2 of 3

Toast and Build the Khurma

⏱ 10–22 min

Place a heavy-bottomed pan — a wide kadai or a thick-based saucepan — over medium heat. Add two tablespoons of ghee. Once the ghee shimmers, add the cashews and fry for about 30 seconds until they blush to a pale gold. Remove and set aside.

In the same ghee, add the thin seviyan (vermicelli). Toast continuously, turning with a spatula, until it turns an even nutty amber. This takes about 2 minutes. Do not rush this step — under-toasted seviyan turns gluey in the milk.

Pour in the full-fat milk in a steady stream. Raise the heat to medium-high and stir gently, scraping the bottom so the toasted vermicelli does not stick. Bring to a full rolling boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Add the crushed cardamom pods, the halved dates, the bloomed saffron (along with the soaking milk), and the blanched almond slices. Stir to combine.

💡 Pro Tip Add seviyan only after the ghee has fully coated them — a dry-fry in ghee before adding milk gives Sheer Khurma its distinct toasty aroma that sets a home-cooked version apart from a restaurant shortcut.

Step 3 of 3

Sweeten, Garnish and Serve

⏱ 22–30 min

Simmer on low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring gently every minute. The dates will begin to melt into the milk, releasing their natural sugars and a subtle caramel note.

Add sugar or Khand a tablespoon at a time, tasting as you go. Remember that dates already contribute sweetness — you may need less sugar than expected. Stir in the fried cashews and the plumped raisins.

Take the Sheer Khurma off heat while it still looks slightly loose and flowing. It thickens considerably as it cools, especially in cooler air-conditioned rooms.

Pour into serving bowls. Scatter the reserved pistachio slices on top for colour and crunch. Serve warm on Eid morning, or chill overnight and serve cold — both versions are equally celebrated across Indian homes.

For a festive touch, add a light dusting of saffron milk on top and a few silver-coated cardamom seeds.

💡 Pro Tip Sheer Khurma can be made up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated. Thin with warm milk when reheating. Add the saffron garnish only just before serving to preserve its colour and fragrance.

Nutrition

Health Benefits of Dry Fruits & Nuts

✦ AI-Assisted Content

Potassium (Medjoul Dates) 696 mg / 100g 15% Daily Value

Vitamin E (Almonds) 25.6 mg / 100g 100% Daily Value

Magnesium (Cashews) 292 mg / 100g 70% Daily Value

Vitamin B6 (Pistachios) 1.7 mg / 100g 100% Daily Value

Nutritional values are approximate. Source: NIN/ICMR. AI-assisted content — verify with a registered nutritionist before acting on this information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sheer Khurma and why is it made on Eid?

Sheer Khurma means 'milk with dates' in Urdu and Persian — sheer (milk) and khurma (dates). It is the traditional Eid morning sweet dish across South Asia and the Persian Gulf, prepared as an act of celebration and shared with guests, family, and neighbours. The combination of warm spiced milk, softened dates, and dry fruits provides quick energy after the overnight Eid prayers, making it both a culinary and cultural tradition.

Which dates work best in Sheer Khurma?

Soft, fleshy varieties work best — Medjoul, Kimia, and Ajwa are the top choices. Medjoul dates are prized for their caramel richness and natural sweetness that dissolves beautifully into the hot milk. Seedless kajoor (dry dates) work well too, though they need a longer simmer. At Sindhi Dry Fruits we source fresh-crop Medjoul, Kimia, and Ajwa year-round — available at sindhidryfruits.live.

What are the dry fruits benefits when added to Sheer Khurma?

The dry fruits benefits in Sheer Khurma are substantial. Almonds provide Vitamin E (25.6 mg per 100g per USDA FDC), which supports skin and immune health. Cashews are among the richest food sources of magnesium (292 mg per 100g), essential for nerve function. Pistachios deliver Vitamin B6 for immunity. Dates contribute potassium (696 mg per 100g) for heart and blood-pressure support. Together these dry fruits benefits transform a festive sweet into a nutrient-dense Eid meal.

Can I prepare Sheer Khurma ahead of time?

Yes. Cook up to 24 hours in advance, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. It thickens significantly on chilling — stir in warm milk to loosen when reheating on the stovetop over low heat. Hold back the saffron garnish until just before serving to preserve its vivid colour and aroma.

Is Sheer Khurma suitable for children?

Absolutely. The combination of milk, dates, and premium dry fruits is rich in calcium, natural sugars for quick energy, protein, and essential minerals. For children under five, chop all nuts finely or lightly blend after cooking. Reduce sugar for toddlers.

Where can I buy premium dry fruits for Sheer Khurma in Delhi?

Sindhi Dry Fruits has been sourcing heritage-grade dry fruits from Delhi since 1939. For Sheer Khurma we recommend Sindhi's Medjoul Box, Mamra almonds, pistachio kernels, and long green raisins. The dry fruits benefits you get from quality, properly stored nuts are noticeably superior — fresher oils, better texture, and fuller flavour. Shop at sindhidryfruits.live for same-day Delhi delivery.

Where to Find Premium Dry Fruits Near You

Since 1939, Sindhi Dry Fruits has been supplying premium cashews, almonds, walnuts, pistachios and seasonal dry fruits to homes across Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and beyond. Order online with same-day dispatch to Delhi NCR and 2-day delivery pan-India.

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Sheer Khurma Recipe with Dry Fruits — Eid Special

Ingredients for This Recipe

The Scale Lab

How to Make It

Prepare the Dry Fruits

Toast and Build the Khurma

Sweeten, Garnish and Serve

Health Benefits of Dry Fruits & Nuts

Frequently Asked Questions

Where to Find Premium Dry Fruits Near You

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