A healthy Eid with this refined recipe of Sheer Khurma
Just swapping a few ingredients can make this delectable dessert guilt-free.
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Sheer Khurma can be made healthier with simple ingredient swaps
Eid Mubarak…
Eid al-Adha or the Festival of Sacrifice is celebrated every year to commemorate the obedience of Prophet Ibrahim. Celebrated over a period of four days, it sees Muslims sacrifice an animal to mark the obedience of Ibrahim towards the Allah.
According to the story, when Allah visited Ibrahim in his dream, he asked him to sacrifice his son Isma’il to mark his obedience, and Ibrahim obeyed. But just when he was about to sacrifice his son, Allah stopped him and replaced Isma’il with a lamb.
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Jacqueline Fernandez, who is currently wrapping up shooting for the sequel of 'Judwaa', also showed up for the bash. She looked her gorgeous self in a black and grey ensemble.
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Ace director Kabir Khan, who had directed Salman in the just-released 'Tubelight', attended with his wife Mini Mathur. The Khans have previously worked togther on the mega-hit 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan'.
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Salman's 'Dabangg' co-star Sonakshi Sinha made a rather fashionable entry at the event. Her winged eyeliner is everything. That one thing totally works for her. Her slick straight locks show off the age-old hair-colour technique balayage perfectly.
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Salman's old friend Preity Zinta looked every bit her glamorous self. The neutral colour palette of the outfit that Zinta chose for the Eid bash was given the right kind of edge by the quintessential red lipstick and the chandelier earrings.
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Since then, the festival is celebrated to honour his sacrifice, and Muslim families the world over practice the ritual of sacrificing a lamb. The festival is also marked by donating to charity so that the less fortunate can be a part of the celebration.
The auspicious event is marked by prayer, followed by people greeting family, exchanging gifts, and indulging in a lavish feast.
The highlight of Eid, indeed, is the food prepared on this day. From biriyanis to ghosht, mutton keema to mutton kormas and kalejis, the dining table is lined with most mouth-watering delicacies. But the star of the evening, undoubtedly is Sheer Khurma.
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Celebrate India's 72nd Independence Day with a treat in the kitchen. Bring the colours of the National Flag to the dining table with these delectable recipes.
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Ingredients
Hung yoghurt: 250 ml
Garlic paste: 1 tbsp
Ginger paste: 1 tbsp
Mustard oil: 1 tbsp
Fresh lime juice: 2 tbsp
Salt: 1 tsp
Tandoori orange colour (optional): ¼ tsp
Garam masala: ½ tsp
Black pepper: ½ tsp
Kasmiri red chilli powder: 2 tsp
Palak paste: 100 gm
Cream cheese: 50 gm
Green chilies (finely chopped): 2
Paneer cut into 3.5cm roundels in three batches: 100 gm
Oil to baste
Method
- Whisk the yoghurt
- Add in all the ingredients (except paneer) in three batches, one with chilli, another with palak, and the thrid with cream cheese and mix to make a fine paste
- Divide paneer in 3 separate bowls
- Rub the marinade lightly on the paneer pieces
- Let it rest for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator
- Arrange the paneer on the skewers leaving 1 cm space between cubes
- Arrange skewers in tandoor. Baste with oil at intervals
- Remove from tandoor and serve hot with onion rings, lemon wedges and a fresh green salad of your choice
(Courtesy: Prem K Pogakula, Executive Chef, The Imperial, New Delhi)
- Mix the flour and salt together on a work surface and form a well
- Beat eggs and water in a bowl
- Pour half the egg mixture into the well and keep half
- Knead a dough. Add the remaining egg mix in small quantities while kneading
- Make the different coloured pasta by adding saffron puree or saffron
- Knead the dough until smooth (8 to 10 minutes). Add more flour if the dough is too sticky
- Form the dough into a ball and wrap tightly with plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour
- Sheet the dough, and cut them in to thin strips to make tagliatelle
- Blanch the pasta until al dente
- Heat a pan, and sauté garlic in butter
- Add salt and pepper to taste and garnish with parsley and cherry tomato
(Courtesy: Sidharth Bhardwaj, Executive Chef, JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort and Spa)
IngredientsRefine flour: 500 gmEgg (whole): 5Salt: 5 gmPepper: 5 gmGarlic: 15 gmButter: 10 gmParmesan (grated): 50 gmFor colourSpinach puree: 10 gmSaffron: 3 gmMethod- Mix the flour and salt together..
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Ingredients
Eggs: 8
Sugar: 60 gm
Flour: 300 gm
Rich cream: 150 gm
Orange puree: 50 gm
Kiwi puree: 50 gm
Vanilla essence: 5 ml
Method
- Pre-heat the oven to 185 degree
- Place a baking silmat on the baking tray (15/12 inches)
- In a large bowl or electric food mixer, whisk eggs and sugar, until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract
- Sift in flour and using a large metal spoon, fold it into the egg mixture
- Pour the mixture into baking tray and bake at 185 degree for about 14 minutes. Or until the center of the cake is slightly spongy and the edges have shrunk a little from the sides of the tin
- Remove tray from oven and allow it to cool
- When the cake is cool, cover with whipped cream
- Divide it into 3 equal parts; spread the orange puree sparingly over the 1st part of the cake
- Repeat the same procedure with other two parts, one with cream and one with kiwi puree.
- Sprinkle caster sugar or dust with icing sugar
- Roll the sheets and make equal size cylindrical rolls
- Cut in even sizes and serve at room temperature
(Courtesy: Sidharth Bhardwaj, Executive Chef, JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort and Spa)
IngredientsEggs: 8Sugar: 60 gmFlour: 300 gmRich cream: 150 gmOrange puree: 50 gmKiwi puree: 50 gmVanilla essence: 5 mlMethod- Pre-heat the oven to 185 degree- Place a baking silmat on the baking tray..
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Ingredients
Milk (Full cream): 1500 ml
Green cardamom powder: 5 gm
Sugar: 75 gm
Saffron: 5 gm
Basil leaves(tulsi) fresh: 2 tbsp
Almonds (blanched, skinned, slivered): 1 tbsp
Pista (slivered): 1 tbsp
Cream: 3 tbsp
Method
- Pour milk into a wide, heavy pan and bring to boil over high heat, stiring constantly
- Lower the heat and cook the milk, stirring constantly, until it has thickened and reduced to about 40 per cent.
- Stir the sides of the pan constantly to avoid scalding.
- Now add nuts and cardamom seeds, stir well, divide into 3 portions
- Add saffron strands to one part, basil leaf puree to another, and cream to the third part.
- Let it cool
- Pour the mixture into kulfi molds alternating and distributing evenly
- Cover and freeze until set, about 6 hours
(Courtesy: Shailendra Bhandari, Executive Chef, The Metropolitan Hotel & Spa, Delhi)
The word ‘Sheer’ is the Persian term for milk and the word ‘Khurma’ is a synonym for dates.
The traditional recipe is prepared differently in every Muslim household but the key ingredients for the recipe are the same for all.
Sheer Khurma is a delicious amalgamation of vermicelli (sevai), milk, ghee, sugar, dates and lots of nuts.
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There is a never-ending discussion about which milk is better and more nutritious than the other.
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Rice milk does not contain calcium, cholesterol and lactose. Rice milk is slightly foamy and appears similar to other forms of milk.
Rice milk is lighter (calorie-wise) than cow's milk, but less nutritious. It is the perfect option for people looking to reduce weight. It is easy to make at home, and inexpensive to prepare. The only drawback is that it may not contain many nutrients and has a short shelf life.
Method: Mix hot rice (preferably brown rice), raw cashews, hot water, salt and vanilla (optional) in a blender for 2 minutes. Strain the mixture in a cheesecloth. the creamy milk can last for at least 48 hours.
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Almond milk contains neither lactose nor cholesterol. It is often consumed by lactose intolerants.
Unfortified almond milk has less nutrients, especially vitamin D. It is low in protein as compared to cow's milk.
Method: Soak almonds overnight. Blend almonds with the water (add dates if you want your milk to be sweet). Strain to remove the granules. Can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
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Buffalo milk contains more of saturated fats compared to cow's milk hence not recommended for heart disease patients and obese patients.
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This plant-based drink is a stable emulsion of oil, water and protein. It is commonly used as a substitute for lactose intolerant patient and vegans.
Soy milk has a low glycemic index and can be consumed by diabetics and obese patients. However, it is not advisable during pregnancy.
It is good for people suffering with hypercholesteremia and hyperlipidemia as it contains omega-3 fatty acids. It has high content of isoflavons, proteins, vitamins and minerals with minimal amount of saturated fat. It can treat some of the leading health conditions like infertility.
Method: Add boiling water to split soybeans. Let it cool for 6-12 hours. Drain the beans, add cold water and mix in a blender for 3 minutes. Strain the mixture using a cheesecloth. Boil the soy milk for 10 minutes. Cool and store it for up to 3 days.
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Here's a classic recipe of the mouth-watering dessert:
Ingredients
Full cream milk: 500 ml
Desi ghee: ¼ cup
Almonds (blanched and chopped): 1/4 cup
Cashews (chopped): 1/4 cup
Pistachios (chopped): 1/4 cup
Raisins: 1/4 cup
Vermicelli: 50 gm
Dates: 2 tbsp
Sugar: ¼ cup
Saffron: ½ tsp
Cardamom powder: ½ tsp
Method
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Take the desi ghee in a pan and heat it
Add chopped almonds, cashews, pistachios and raisins to it
In another pan, heat some ghee and roast vermicelli in it
In a third wide pan, heat the milk and let it simmer till it thickens, then add sugar to it
Add roasted nuts and vermicelli to milk along with dates and saffron and leave to simmer
Keep stirring, then add cardamom powder
Let it cool and garnish with nuts and dates
Serve chilled
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Degi mirch powder: 5 gms
Ginger and garlic paste: 10 gms
Garam masala powder: 4 gms
Salt: To taste
Black pepper powder: 2 gms
Chopped coriander: 10 gms
Refined flour: 30 gms
Egg (optional): 1
Method:
- Marinate paneer with the above mentioned ingredients
- Mix egg (or water ) and refined flour to make a batter
- Dip the paneer in the batter and coat it with the corn flakes
- Deep fry in medium heat oil till it turns crispy
- Serve hot with tomato ketchup.
Ingredients:
Corn flakes (crushed): 50 gms
Thin sliced paneer: 100 gms
For marination:
Degi mirch powder: 5 gms
Ginger and garlic paste: 10 gms
Garam masala powder: 4 gms
Salt: To taste
Black pepp..
- Pat dry the corn and coat with corn flour and refined flour
- Deep fry till it turns crispy and keep aside
- Deep fry soaked lentils and keep aside
- Take a bowl and mix the fried corn, lentils, peanuts with a masala of the remaining ingredients
- Check for seasoning and serve crispy.
- Clean and devein the prawns
- Marinate the prawns with salt, lemon juice and peri-peri chilly powder
- Add salt
- Add lemon juice
- Mix egg and flour to make a batter
- Now dip the marinated prawns in the batter and coat with panko
- Deep fry in medium heated oil till it turns golden brown
- Garnish with chopped coriander and serve with lemon wedge.
- Sprinkle grated cheese and chopped green chillies on half of the flat bread ( you could even use chapattis from the previous meal)
- Now fold the other half over to form a half moon shape
- Heat some oil in a non-stick pan, and grill both sides of stuffed bread till crisp
- Cut in to four equal parts and serve hot.
*Note: You can also add more ingredients like peppers, mushrooms, or chicken strips in the filling.
For Marinating:
Deghi mirch powder: 10 gms
Ginger-garlic paste: 10 gms
Salt: To taste
Turmeric powder: 2 gms
Curry leaves: 10
Garam masala powder: 4 gms
Dhania powder: 4 gms
Coating:
Rice flour: 40gms
Besan flour: 40gms
Oil: For frying
Method:
- Blanch baby corn in turmeric and salt water. Let it cool
- Mix all the marinating spices together, and coat the corn
- After marinating, dust it with rice and besan flour. Ensure that the baby corn doesn't stick together
- Deep fry in medium hot oil till crisp
- Serve hot.
While every ingredient of Khurma is healthy; nevertheless, there is always room for improvement, i.e., making it healthier.
Some simple ingredient swaps can help you prepare the dish in a healthier way. According to city-based nutritionist Pooja Malhotra, “While every ingredient is healthy, Sheer Korma can be prepared in a better way. The quantity of ghee used can be regulated and instead of using full-fat milk, people can opt for toned milk. The fat content in it is comparatively lower. Also, instead of refined sugar, brown sugar can be used. But more than that, the key to enjoying this dessert in a healthy way is portion control. Keep a check on how much you eat at a time.”
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