20-Minute Meethi Seviyan (Sweet Vermicelli)
Sweet Vermicelli, is a simple dessert made with vermicelli, ghee, sugar, cardamom, and nuts. This is also called Semiya Kesari or Parsi-style sweet seviyan. A perfect one-pot sweet dessert that can be made in just 20 minutes.
- 2 tablespoon Ghee or Unsalted Butter
- 2 tablespoon Cashews, Almonds (Sliced or broken into small pieces)
- 1 tablespoon Raisins
- 1 cup Roasted Vermicelli (see notes)
- 1 cup Water ((2 cups for stovetop method))
- 1/3 cup Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Cardamom powder (Elaichi)
- 4-5 strands Saffron (Kesar)
- Pistachios (sliced, to garnish (optional))
- Start the Instant Pot in SAUTE mode and heat ghee in it.
- Add the nuts and saute for 30 seconds. Then add raisins and saute for another 30 seconds. Then add roasted vermicelli and saute for a minute.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients - water, cardamom, sugar, and saffron. Press CANCEL and close the Instant Pot lid with the vent in sealing position.
- Press MANUAL or pressure cook mode and set it for 1 minute at high pressure.
- When the instant pot beeps, do a 5-minute natural pressure release, which means release pressure 5 minutes after the instant pot beeps.
- Meethi Seviyan is ready to be served. Garnish with sliced pistachios.
- Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottom pan on medium heat.
- Add the nuts and saute for 30 seconds. Then add raisins and saute for another 30 seconds. Then add roasted vermicelli and saute for a minute.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients - water, cardamom, sugar, and saffron.
- Cook on medium heat, stirring frequently. The seviyan will absorb the water in about 6-8 minutes.
- Serve Sweet Vermicelli garnished with sliced pistachios.
Growing up, my mom used to make this dessert many times. This Meethi Seviyan is quick, easy, and so delicious. Yum! And with the sweet tooth that many of us have, I don’t mind this for breakfast as well. It is not too sweet, just the right amount.
We also love Holi or Diwali. They are also great to make during Eid. If you are not the one with a sweet tooth, try the savory recipe, Seviyan Upma.
Vermicelli
Some of you may be new to vermicelli, so I want to share a picture of what it looks like. They are like thin spaghetti or noodles, but have a different texture than both. I use the thick vermicelli for this recipe. I always keep these in my pantry (similar to pasta); they cook so quickly and are perfect for busy times.
Oh..and I prefer to buy roasted vermicelli, so I don’t have to spend any extra minutes roasting it. It is all about quick and delicious cooking. Isn’t it?
How to Make Sweet Seviyan?
This is a super simple recipe. and stir for 30 seconds. Add the other ingredients and let the Instant Pot do its magic.
Let’s see how we can do this in under 20 minutes. Start the Instant Pot in SAUTE mode and heat the ghee in it. Add the assorted nuts or dried fruits you like, about 1/4 cup. If you have roasted nuts, even better Then, add the roasted vermicelli.
Now, if you don’t have roasted vermicelli, you can roast it right in your Instant Pot. When you add ghee, add the vermicelli and roast it for about 3-4 minutes. Then, add the nuts.
Add the water, sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron. Close the Instant Pot and set it on high-pressure cooking for 1 minute. When the pressure cooking is done, do a 5-minute NPR, which means open the Instant Pot 5 minutes after the beep.
Sweet Seviyan is ready to be served. Enjoy it for an easy dessert.
Stovetop Method
This method is very similar. I like to use a heavy-bottomed pan. Heat the ghee in the pan on medium heat.
Serve Meethi Seviyan garnished with sliced pistachios.
Pro-Tips
Vermicelli: If you don’t have roasted vermicelli, you can roast it right in your Instant Pot. Then, add the nuts.
Water or Milk: I made these Sweet Seviyan with water, but you can also use a mixture of 1/2 milk and 1/2 water.
Cardamom: It is recommended to buy whole cardamom pods and grind them at home to make cardamom powder.
Storage: You can store meethi seviyan in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
20-Minute Meethi Seviyan (Sweet Vermicelli)
Sweet Vermicelli or Meethi Seviyan is a simple dessert made with vermicelli, ghee, sugar, cardamom, and nuts. This is also known as Semiya Kesari or Parsi-style sweet seviyan. A perfect one-pot sweet dessert which can be made in just 20 minutes.
