Sooji Halwa Recipe | Quick Sheera for Prasad or Breakfast (Indian Semolina Pudding)

 

🍯 Sheera (Sooji Halwa) – Goan Sweet Delight

Sheera, also known as Sooji Halwa, is a rich and delicious semolina dessert. It’s often prepared during festivals or offered as prasad during poojas. This version has a slight crunch and a lovely golden hue — perfect for everyday indulgence!

🪔 Satvik-style Sheera recipe coming soon on my blog!

🧑‍🍳 Servings: 3

⏱️ Cooking Time: 15–20 minutes

👩‍🍳 Author: Puja Raghuvir Naik

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🧾 Ingredients

1. 1 cup sooji (semolina/rava)
2. ¼ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
3. 3–5 tsp ghee (clarified butter)
4. ½ tsp cardamom powder
5. 2 cloves
6. A pinch of food color (optional)
7. A handful of cashew nut pieces, badam (almonds), and raisins (optional)
8. 2 cups hot water
9. A small pinch of salt (balances the sweetness)

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🔪 Method

Roast the Semolina

1. Heat a thick-bottomed pan. Dry roast 1 cup sooji with 2 cloves until slightly warm and aromatic.
2. Add 2 tsp ghee and food color (if using). Sauté till the sooji turns light golden and nutty in fragrance.

Add Water & Cook

1. Slowly pour in 2 cups of hot water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
2. Add a pinch of salt, cashews, almonds, raisins (if using), and cardamom powder.

Finish with Sugar & Ghee

1. Once the water is absorbed and the sooji is cooked, add sugar.
2. Stir well. Add the remaining ghee and continue mixing until the sheera thickens and leaves the sides of the pan.

Serve Warm

1. Garnish with extra nuts if desired and enjoy warm!

🍮 Want more Indian sweets? Try this Easy Besan Ladoo recipe too!

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🍽️ Tip

For a festive touch, serve Sheera in small bowls garnished with a sliver of almond and a raisin on top.

❤️ Did you enjoy this classic Sheera recipe? Share your version in the comments! Don’t forget to pin this for later. 📌