Semiya Kheer: Traditional Sweet Addition To The Rakhi Platter

By Krati Purwar

August 8, 2025

Semiya or seviyan kheer is a traditional sweet prepared with milk and vermicelli. It can make any festive platter special and irresistible. Top it with dry fruits, and you can add a bit of character to it.

Ingredients

½ tsp cardamom ¾ cup semiya 4 cups milk ½ cup sugar 2 tbsp ghee 10-12 raisins 5-6 cashews 5-6 almonds

Step 1

Melt ghee in a pan and sauté cashews and almonds in it.

Step 2

Boil milk in a pot while continuously stirring it.

Step 3

Add sugar to it and stir to dissolve it.

Step 4

Fold in semiya and wait for them to swell and cook.

Step 5

Add raisins, cardamom powder, and dry fruits.

Step 6

Turn off the flame and let the blend come to room temperature before refrigerating it.