Shemai
Shemai | |
| Alternative names | সেমাই/সিমুই |
|---|---|
| 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, সিমুই) is a traditional dessert in Bangladesh, Odisha and West Bengal, India. Shemai is popular during Eid, but consumed throughout the year. Shemai is a dessert form of vermicelli, soaked in sweet milk and often garnished with nuts.