Semiya Kesari
A traditional preparation from Kerala that balances flavour, texture, and aroma in the way that only home cooking can. No two households make it exactly the same, and that is the point.
Ingredientsfor 3 servings
- 2 cup Vermicelli/Semiya
- Ghee, to taste
- 1/2 cup Cashew nuts — chopped
- 1/2 cup Raisins chopped, Unakka munthiri
- 1/2 cup Almonds — chopped
- Sugar, to taste
- Water, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
For preparing semiya kesari, first fry nuts and raisins in ghee. Set aside.
Step 2
Fry vermicelli in ghee till golden in color. Pour hot water and cook.
Step 3
Add sugar and fried nuts to it.
Step 4
Make it a solid stage. Do not overcook.
Step 5
Semiya kesari is ready.
Tip
Fresh curry leaves make a genuine difference. Dried curry leaves are a poor substitute — if you cannot get fresh ones, increase the quantity and fry them longer.
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