Eid special: 7 Sevai Dishes You Must Try

By Ujjainee Roy

Introduction

Are you a sevai loyalist? Why not explore these hearty sevai recipes which have interesting flavour profiles and also feature some homegrown spices and produce? Here are some delicious sevai-based dishes

Sheer Khurma

This rich and aromatic dish features vermicelli (sevaiyan) cooked in milk, sweetened with sugar, and infused with the flavors of dates and a medley of dry fruits like almonds, pistachios, and raisins.

Sewai Kheer Zafrani

This saffron-infused vermicelli pudding features vermicelli cooked in milk and sweetened with sugar. It has a creamy and luscious texture and the addition of saffrons gives it a golden tinge

Coconut Sevai

Coconut sevai is a South Indian dish where the rice noodles are tossed in a coconut-based seasoning. Mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves add depth to the flavor

Lemon Sevai

Lemon sevai is a refreshing and tangy dish where vermicelli is flavored with lemon juice, mustard seeds, and green chilies. The citrusy zing adds a burst of flavor, making it an elegant, zesty breakfast or brunch.

Mughlai Sewai

Influenced by the Mughlai cuisine, this sevai delicacy is made with milk, ghee, vermicelli and sugar. It also has an infusion of aromatic spices such as cardamom and saffron, along with a generous dose of dry fruits

Puliyodarai Sevai (Tamarind Rice Noodles)

Puliyodarai sevai is a South Indian speciality where the sevai are coated with a tamarind-spiced mixture. It is typically seasoned with mustard seeds, chana dal, peanuts, and curry leaves

Mint-Coriander Sevai

Mint-coriander sevai is a refreshing and aromatic dish where sevai are tossed with a paste of fresh mint and coriander leaves. This dish offers a burst of herbal and cooling flavors