part 1 सूजी काहवा 🥧

Ingredients

• 1 cup Semolina (Suji) (coarse grade, rinsed quickly)
• 0.75 cup Ghee (unsalted, melted)
• 4 cups Water (warm)
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar (fine granules)
• 5-6 pods Green Cardamom Pods (seeds crushed)
• 1 pinch Saffron Strands (soaked in 2 tbsp warm water)
• 10 pieces Cashew Nuts (halved)
• 10 pieces Almonds (slivered or halved)

Instructions

1. Measure Semolina

   Take one bowlful (≈1 cup) of semolina and transfer it to a second clean bowl.

   Time: PT1M

2. Measure and Melt Ghee

   Using the same bowl, measure 3/4 cup of ghee. If solid, melt it gently on low heat and set aside.

   Time: PT2M

3. Measure Water

   Measure four bowlfuls (≈4 cups) of warm water and keep it ready.

   Time: PT1M

4. Measure Sugar

   Measure one bowlful (≈1 cup) of granulated sugar and set aside.

   Time: PT1M

5. Prepare Aromatics

   Crush the seeds of 5‑6 cardamom pods. Soak a pinch of saffron strands in 2 tbsp warm water.

   Time: PT2M

6. Make Sugar Syrup

   In a saucepan, combine the measured water and sugar. Bring to a rolling boil, then add crushed cardamom and the saffron‑water mixture. Stir until sugar fully dissolves.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

7. Toast Nuts in Ghee

   Heat a tablespoon of the melted ghee in the non‑stick pan over medium heat. Add the cashew halves and almond slivers; sauté until golden brown.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium heat

8. Roast Semolina

   Add the measured semolina to the pan with the remaining ghee. Roast, stirring constantly, until the semolina turns light golden and releases a nutty aroma.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

9. Combine Syrup and Semolina

   Gradually pour the hot sugar syrup into the roasted semolina while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, leaves the sides of the pan, and attains a glossy texture.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium‑low heat

10. Finish and Serve

    Turn off the heat. Garnish with the remaining toasted nuts if desired. Serve warm.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

4g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

8g

Fiber

2g