Sheermal

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 1

Sheermal Breads - A sweet delight for food lovers

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

40 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

215

Sugar

Fat

10g

Sheermal is a classic sweet bread that originated from Iran. It is believed to have been popularized during the Mughal period in India. Sheermal bread has a perfumed smell, and a crisp exterior. The saffron adds a distinct yellow hue to the bread and makes it tempting. It is typically served at special occasions such as Ramzan and Eid. It can be paired with any savory or sweet dish such as kebabs, nihari, qeema or even jam and butter

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix flour, salt and saffron
2.	Add warm milk and sugar to the mixture and mix it well until it forms a dough
3.	Knead the dough for 10-12 minutes until it becomes soft and smooth
4.	Cover the dough with a damp cloth and set it aside for about 30 minutes
5.	Preheat the oven to 350F and grease a baking tray with melted ghee
6.	Pick a small ball of dough, using a rolling pin, flatten it until it forms an oval shape
7.	Place it on the baking tray and brush the surface with melted ghee
8.	Once all of them are arranged on the tray, bake them for about 12 - 15 minutes or until the bread turns golden brown

PROS

Sheermal is a well-known, sweet-flavored bread that is popular in Pakistan, India and Iran
This bread is flavored with saffron, crushed cardamom and sweetener which makes it distinct and tempting
It can be easily made without any special equipment and it is versatile, it can be paired with any savory or sweet dish

CONS

Sheermal is sweet, so it should be enjoyed in moderation
It is rich in carbohydrates and calories, hence diabetic and weight conscious people should avoid eating it regularly

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sheermal bread, flavoured with saffron and cardamom, has some health benefits
Saffron can help in improving mood, reducing depression, PMS symptoms
Cardamom is known for its medicinal properties and is used for various ailments.
It can help in reducing blood pressure, improving digestion, fighting bad breath

	2 cups flour , sifted
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/8 teaspoon saffron
	1 3/4 cups milk
	1 teaspoon sugar
	1 cup melted clarified butter ( Ghee )