SATYANARAYAN PRASAD (SHIRA) PREMIX

Introduction-

Instant Prasad SHIRA PREMIX is a convenient, ready-to-cook mixture created for preparing the traditional Indian Sweet. Mainly premixes are shortcuts which saves our time & efforts in kitchen by eliminating the need to measure & combining process of various ingredients while cooking that particular dish

Background-

“SATYANARAYAN PRASAD SHIRA” also known as Sheera or Suji Halwa which is commonly offered as prasad during various religious ceremonies & poojas. This is an Indian sweet dish that holds a sacred significance during the Satyanarayan Pooja, a popular Hindu Religious ritual. The traditional offering involves Semolina, ghee, milk, sugar & sometimes bananas, dry fruits & cardamom.

Need of project-

The need for Satyanarayan Prasad premix arises from the growing demand for convenience, hygiene & consistent quality in preparing Prasad for religious ceremonies, particularly Satyanarayan pooja. In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, many families & devotees seek simple & reliable solutions that allow them to perform rituals without the hassle of making Prasad from scratch. An instant premix ensures that traditional custom are maintained, even for those lacking time, culinary skills or access to all ingredients, while also reducing preparation errors 7 promoting food

Objectives-

1.To develop a convenient, ready-to-cook premix.

2.To ensure consistent quality, taste & hygiene.

3.To make traditional Prasad preparation accessible.

4.To provide a shelf-stable product.

5.To achieve the authentic taste as fresh Prasad.

3 SEPT 2025

Discussion with Dixit sir about prasadacha shira & its premix.

1st trial:

Material required:

samolina ( sooji)= 150 gm

Banana= 1 half

Ghee= 150 ml

Milk= 500 ml

PROCEDURE:

Take 40 ml ghee in a pan add 150 gm samolina in it , dry roast it up to pinkish brown colour add 1 half chopped banana between the roasting. After completing the roasting add the pre boiled milk (500 ml) in it & stir it well.

Milk will get soaked in samolina then turn off the flame.

Make a weight of cooked mixture.

WAC=810 gm

wt putted for drying = 560 gm