Mithi Sevai (Sweet and Dry Vermicelli)

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1

Mithi Sevai is a traditional Indian dessert made of sweet and dry vermicelli

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

60g

Fat

10g

Mithi Sevai is a delicious Indian dessert that is commonly served during festivals and special occasions. It is made with sweet and dry vermicelli that is cooked in sugar syrup and garnished with nuts and dried fruits. The dish has a rich texture and is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings. Mithi Sevai is easy to make and is loved by people of all ages.

Instructions

1.	Heat ghee in a pan and roast the vermicelli till golden brown on low flame.
2.	Once done, remove the vermicelli and put it aside.
3.	In the same pan, add water, sugar and cardamom powder and bring to boil till sugar is dissolved.
4.	Gently add the roasted vermicelli to the boiling mixture and stir. Make sure the vermicelli is evenly coated with sugar syrup.
5.	Cover the pan and cook on low flame till vermicelli is soft and the syrup is absorbed.
6.	Once ready, transfer to a serving dish and garnish with dried fruits.

PROS

Mithi Sevai is a quick and easy dessert recipe that requires only a few ingredients.
The dish provides instant energy due to its high sugar content and is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
The dry fruits used for garnishing add a considerable amount of nutrition to the dish.

CONS

Mithi Sevai is high in sugar content which makes it unhealthy if consumed in excess.
It may not be suitable for individuals with diabetes or those who are looking to maintain a low sugar intake.
It may also cause weight gain if consumed too often.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mithi Sevai contains dry fruits like almonds and raisins which are rich in minerals like calcium and iron. The dish provides instant energy due to its high sugar content which is beneficial in situations where one needs an instant boost of energy. However, it should be consumed in moderation as a part of a balanced diet.

	200 g vermicelli , broken into 1 inch pieces ( sevai )
	150 g sugar
	400 ml water
	1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
	4 tablespoons ghee ( clarified butter )
	dried fruits , for garnishing