Shemai

Shemai
Shemai
Alternative namesসেমাই/সিমুই
Typedessert
Place of originBengal region
Region or stateBengal, South Asia
Associated cuisineBangladesh, India
Main ingredientsVermicelli, milk, cashew nuts, cardamom, ghee
VariationsMilk 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.