Every family celebrates Eid differently. Some like to host gatherings in their homes, while others like to be out and about. Some of us like to celebrate for three consecutive days, while others celebrate one. with all of these differences, there is one Eid tradition that is found in nearly every Pakistani household that is the same- the making and eating of Sheer Khurma
Eid-ul-Fitr which is around the corner is incomplete without Sheer Khurma. Also known as Meethi Eid, this festival kicks start with something sweet so what’s better than bingeing on desserts? Or you can say what’s better than a desi meetha called ‘sheer khurma’.
Sheer Khurma is not an ordinary but a delectable and nutritious dessert. Here are a few interesting facts about this delicious dessert:
- Sheer Khurma originated in Persia.
- Sheer means milk and Khurma means dates in Persian. …
- The original version of this dish was made simply with milk and dates.
- It was brought to the subcontinent by Mughal emperors.
- Sheer Khurma can be served hot or cold.
