5 from 15 votes
Pineapple Sheera
Pineapple Sheera is a warm, sweet semolina pudding enhanced with fresh pineapple chunks and aromatic spices. It features roasted sooji, wheat flour, and besan cooked with a fruity pineapple syrup infused with saffron, garnished with sliced almonds and pistachios for crunch and color.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Calories:
312 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- ¾ cup ghee
- 1 cup sooji fine
- ¼ cup wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons besan
- 3 to 4 cups pineapple cut into small ½ inch cubes, fresh
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 cups water
- 1 pinch saffron
- 1 tablespoon almonds sliced
- 1 tablesoon pistachios sliced
Instructions
- Add ghee to a medium non-stick pan. Add rava, wheat flour and besan. Roast on medium-low heat stirring frequently until the flours turn is golden brown and are aromatic. Will take about 5 to 7 minutes.
- In another pot add pineapple, sugar and water. Bring to a full boil stirring a few times. Will take about 10-15 minutes.
- Carefully add the pineapple syrup to the pan with roasted flours. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients. Make sure to lower the heat as the sheera will start to splatter. Add saffron, cover the pan with a lid. Cook for 2-3 minutes on low heat.
- Add saffron. Turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Garnish with almonds and pistachios. Enjoy warm.
- Note: You can press the Sheera in molds of any shape to make petite servings and then top them up the nuts.
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Notes
- Using fresh pineapple is recommended, but pre-cut pineapple wedges from grocery stores can save preparation time.
- Fine sooji provides the best texture; if using coarse sooji, add extra water to avoid dryness in the sheera.
- Besan and wheat flour contribute earthy, nutty flavors and a creamy texture but can be omitted if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Calories
312kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
44g
(15%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
34mg
(11%)
Sodium
6mg
(0%)
Potassium
122mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
26g
(52%)
Vitamin A
40IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
31.5mg
(35%)
Calcium
16mg
(2%)
Iron
1.2mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 122mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 40IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 31.5mg | 35% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.