Sheer Khurma (Pakistani Vermicelli Milk Pudding)
Toasted vermicelli simmered in cardamom milk with dates, almonds and pistachios. The traditional Eid morning treat.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.69 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Melt the ghee in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Fry the vermicelli for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden brown, then tip it onto a plate.
3 min - 2
In the same pan, toast the almonds for 1 minute until pale gold, then remove half to use as a topping.
- 3
Add the milk and cardamom to the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring often, until reduced slightly.
10 min - 4
Return the vermicelli with the dates, raisins and sugar. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring, until the vermicelli is soft and the pudding is creamy.
10 min - 5
Stir in the rose water and take off the heat. It will thicken as it cools.
- 6
Serve warm or chilled, topped with the pistachios and the reserved almonds.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.