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Rava Kesari

Rava Kesari

If you love Indian sweets, you must try Rava Kesari, also known as Sooji Halwa, Sheera, or Kesari Bath. 

This delicious, melt-in-the-mouth dessert is made with semolina, sugar, ghee, and cardamom, giving it an irresistible flavor. 

It’s quick to prepare and is often made for festivals, poojas, or as a simple homemade treat.

This easy-to-follow recipe ensures you get a soft, aromatic, and non-sticky Rava Kesari every single time. 

Let’s dive in and make this sweet delight!

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Ratings 5 from 1 votes
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Estimated Cost: 1
Calories: 350
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Vegetarian
Ingredients
    To make Rava Kesari
  • 4.5 tbsp ghee
  • 1 tbsp cashew nuts (as needed)
  • 1 tbsp raisins
  • 1 cup rava (sooji)
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 3 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp orange food coloring (optional)
  • 1 tsp saffron (a few)
  • 2 tsp oil
  • 1 tsp cardamom powder
Instructions
    Prep Work
  1. 1
    Roast nuts & raisins

    Heat ghee in a pan, add cashews & raisins, and roast until golden brown. Keep aside

  2. 2
    Roast ravaLightly roasted semolina in a panIn the same pan, add more ghee and roast the rava on low heat for 10 minutes or until it turns light brown. Keep aside.
  3. 3
    Boil waterIn a separate pot, bring water to a boil.
  4. 4
    Add colorWater turning orange with food colorAdd orange food coloring to the boiling water. This step is optional.
    5. Method
  5. 5
    Add roasted rava

    Slowly add the roasted rava to the boiling water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps

  6. 6
    Cook until thickThickened rava mixture in a potStir and cook until the mixture thickens. Add saffron and mix well.
  7. 7
    Add ghee & oilAdd some ghee, then oil, and mix well. Continue cooking.
  8. 8
    Add sugarSugar being stirred into the rava mixtureOnce the rava is fully cooked, add sugar and mix. Cook until the sugar dissolves completely.
  9. 9
    Add flavoring & nutsCashews, raisins, and cardamom powder added to KesariMix in cardamom powder, roasted cashews, and raisins. Stir well.
  10. 10
    Final touchGlowing, golden Rava Kesari in a bowlAdd remaining ghee, mix once, and turn off the stove. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 7g35%
Cholesterol 25mg9%
Sodium 5mg1%
Potassium 80mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 40g
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 200 IU
Calcium 15 mg
Iron 0.7 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Rava Kesari, Sooji Halwa, Sheera, Indian Dessert

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