Besan Sheera
Besan Sheera is a festive Indian sweet that can easily be made at home. You can prepare it for functions, party or for sudden but special guests. The Besan Ka Sheera is served hot and best had before the bedtime.
Course
Desserts
,
Sweets
Cuisine
Indian
Servings
Prep Time
2
people
5
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
Servings
Prep Time
2
people
5
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
Ingredients
2
cups
Milk
1/4
teaspoon
Whole Black Pepper Corns, freshly powdered
1/8
teaspoon
turmeric powder (haldi)
3
teaspoons
jaggery
(or sugar)
1
tablespoon
ghee
1
tablespoon
pistachios
or almonds for garnish
1
pinch
saffron strands
Instructions
To begin making Besan Ka Sheera (Natural Cold Remedy), heat ghee in a sauce pan, add the besan and slow roast it until it turns golden and aromatic.
Slowly add in the milk and whisk well to avoid the lumps.
Add the turmeric, cracked pepper, jaggery (or sugar if using) and mix well.
Add the saffron and whisking the mix for 5 minutes until it turns a little thick.
Switch off the heat, mix in the nuts.
Serve the hot Besan Ka Sheera (Natural Cold Remedy) at bedtime to get immediate relief from cold and cough.