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    Home » Recipe Course » Desserts

    Sweet Vermicelli (Meethi Seviyan)

    February 8, 2023 . By Meeta Arora . 10 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Easy and perfect Sweet Vermicelli
    Sweet Vermicelli

    Sweet Vermicelli or Meethi Seviyan, is a sweet dessert made with vermicelli, ghee, sugar, cardamom and nuts.  This is also called Semiya Kesari or Parsi style sweet seviyan.  A perfect one pot sweet dessert which can be made in just 15 minutes.

    Dry Sweet Vermicelli Seviyan in a pretty bowl garnished with nuts and raisins

    Growing up, my mom used to make this dessert many times. This Meethi Seviyan is quick, easy, and so delicious.  Yum!  And with the sweet tooth that many of us have, I don't mind this for breakfast as well.  It is not too sweet, just the right amount.

    We also love this Semiya Kheer and Sheer Khurma. If you are not the one with a sweet tooth, try the savory recipe, Seviyan Upma.

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    • Sweet Vermicelli (Meethi Seviyan)

    Vermicelli

    Some of you may be new to vermicelli, so I want to share a picture of what it looks like.  They are like thin spaghetti or like noodles, but have a different texture than both.  I use the thick vermicelli for this recipe.  I always keep these in my pantry (similar to pasta), they cook so quickly and are perfect for busy times.

    Sweet Seviyan Vermicelli Instant Pot

    Oh..and I prefer to buy roasted vermicelli, so I don't have to spend any extra minutes roasting it.  It is all about quick and delicious cooking.  Isn't it?

    How to make Sweet Seviyan?

    This is a super simple recipe.  Just roast the nuts and raisins, add the vermicelli and stir for 30 seconds.  Add the other ingredients and let the instant pot do its magic.

    So let's see how we do this in less than 15 mins.  Start the instant pot in SAUTE mode and heat ghee in it.  Add the assorted nuts or dried fruits you like, about ¼ cup.  If you have roasted nuts, even better 🙂  Then add the roasted vermicelli.

    Roasting nuts and raisins in instant pot

    Now if you don't have roasted vermicelli, you can roast it right in your instant pot.  When you add ghee, add the vermicelli and roast it for about 3-4 minutes and then add the nuts.

    Roasted vermicelli with nuts and raisins ready to cook

    Add the water, sugar, cardamom powder and saffron.  Close the instant pot and set it on high pressure cooking for 1 minute.  When the pressure cooking is done, do a 5 minute NPR, which means open the instant pot 5 minutes after the beep.

    Dry Sweet Vermicelli cooked in the instant pot

    Sweet Seviyan are ready to be served.  Enjoy it for an easy dessert.

    Stovetop Method

    This method is very similar. like to use a heavy bottom pan. Heat ghee in the pan on medium heat. 

    Add the nuts and saute for 30 seconds. Then add raisins and saute for another 30 seconds. Then add roasted vermicelli and saute for a minute. 

    Stir in the remaining ingredients - water, cardamom, sugar and saffron.  

    Cook on medium heat, stirring frequently. The seviyan will absorb the water in about 6-8 minutes. 

    Serve Meethi Seviyan garnished with sliced pistachios.

    Meethi Seviyan served in a pretty bowl topped with nuts and raisins

    More Indian dessert recipes you might enjoy:

    • Sabudana Kheer
    • Mawa Gujiya
    • Sweet Pongal
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    sweet vermicelli garnished with nuts and raisins in a pretty bowl

    Sweet Vermicelli (Meethi Seviyan)

    Meeta Arora
    Sweet Vermicelli or Meethi Seviyan, is a sweet dessert made with vermicelli, ghee, sugar, cardamom and nuts.  This is also called Semiya Kesari or Parsi style sweet seviyan.  A perfect one pot sweet dessert which can be made in just 15 minutes.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Servings: 4
    Calories: 389
    Course: Breakfast, Dessert
    Cuisine: Indian
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Method: Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker
    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 10 mins
    Total Time: 15 mins

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 tablespoon Ghee or Unsalted Butter
    • 2 tablespoon Cashews, Almonds, Sliced or broken into small pieces
    • 1 tablespoon Raisins
    • 1 cup Roasted Vermicelli see notes
    • 1 cup Water (2 cups for stovetop method)
    • ⅓ cup Sugar
    • ½ teaspoon Cardamom powder (Elaichi)
    • 4-5 strands Saffron (Kesar)
    • Pistachios sliced, to garnish (optional)
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    Instructions
     

    Instant Pot Method

    • Start the instant pot in SAUTE mode and heat ghee in it.  
    • Add the nuts and saute for 30 seconds. Then add raisins and saute for another 30 seconds. Then add roasted vermicelli and saute for a minute.
    • Stir in the remaining ingredients - water, cardamom, sugar and saffron. Press CANCEL and close the instant pot lid with vent in sealing position.
    • Press MANUAL or pressure cook mode and set it for 1 minute at high pressure.  
    • When the instant pot beeps, do 5 minute natural pressure release, which means release pressure 5 minutes after the instant pot beeps.
    • Sweet Seviyan are ready to be served. Garnish with sliced pistachios.  

    Stovetop Method

    • Heat ghee in a heavy bottom pan on medium heat.
    • Add the nuts and saute for 30 seconds. Then add raisins and saute for another 30 seconds. Then add roasted vermicelli and saute for a minute.
    • Stir in the remaining ingredients - water, cardamom, sugar and saffron.  
    • Cook on medium heat, stirring frequently. The seviyan will absorb the water in about 6-8 minutes.
    • Serve Meethi Seviyan garnished with sliced pistachios.

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    Notes

    Vermicelli: If you don’t have roasted vermicelli, you can roast it right in your instant pot.  When you add ghee, add the vermicelli and roast it for about 3-4 minutes and then add the nuts.
    Water or Milk: I made these Sweet Seviyan with water, but you can also use ½ milk and ½ water.
    Cardamom: It is recommended to buy whole cardamom pods and grind them at home to make a powder.  

    Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 389kcalCarbohydrates: 71gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 114mgPotassium: 104mgFiber: 2gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Marita Gonsalves says

      April 25, 2022 at 7:51 am

      Hi Meeta,
      I tried this recipe yesterday and it turned out delicious 😋. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Meeta Arora says

        April 26, 2022 at 6:46 am

        Hi Marita - Happy to hear you enjoyed the vermicelli.

        Reply
    2. Kishu says

      January 15, 2022 at 11:01 am

      Just finished your recipe in the instant pot
      Came out PEERFECT Thanks

      Reply
      • Meeta Arora says

        January 19, 2022 at 4:58 pm

        Hi Kishu - Happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe. Thanks for sharing back your review!

        Reply
    3. Sara D’Souza says

      March 29, 2020 at 3:21 am

      In Mumbai you don’t see people using this type of thick vermicelli to make sweet dish. We use very thin vermicelli and it tastes much better than the thicker variety

      Reply
      • Meeta Arora says

        January 19, 2022 at 4:57 pm

        Hi Sara - Sure, my mom makes with thin vermicelli as well. For thin vermicelli, I would definitely recommend to make it on the stovetop.

        Reply
    4. Shirin Poonja says

      September 22, 2019 at 7:28 am

      Will the seviya clump when made this way? Or remain loose?

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      • Meeta Arora says

        September 24, 2019 at 12:18 pm

        Hi Shirin - They are clumped a bit when you open the pot. But mix them well and they are perfect to enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Sheetal says

      November 14, 2017 at 9:41 am

      Made this yesterday for a quick dessert. Turned out awesome! Thanks ????

      Reply
      • Piping Pot Curry says

        November 14, 2017 at 10:48 am

        So happy you liked it, Sheetal!

        Reply

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