 Shemai | |
| Alternative names | সেমাই |
|---|---|
| Type | dessert |
| Place of origin | Bengal region |
| Region or state | Bengal, South Asia |
| Associated cuisine | Bangladesh, India |
| Main ingredients | Vermicelli, milk, cashew nuts, cardamom, Ghee |
| Variations | Milk Shemai, Dry Shemai |
Shemai (Bengali: সেমাই) is a traditional dessert item in Bangladesh and West Bengal, India. Shemai is a popular item during Eid, but it is consumed throughout the year.[1] Shemai is a dessert form of vermicelli, soaked in sweet milk and often garnished with nuts.[2]
- ^ "Shemai all year round". Dhaka Tribune. 8 June 2019. Retrieved 24 May 2020.
- ^ "Variations on Vermicelli". The Daily Star. 5 July 2016. Retrieved 24 May 2020.