Heat 2 tablespoons ghee in a pan
Add 1 cup semolina (sooji/rava) and roast on low to medium heat until fragrant and light golden
In another pan, boil 2 cups water with 1 cup sugar
Add cardamom powder and a few saffron strands if desired
Slowly pour the hot sugar syrup into the roasted semolina while stirring continuously
Cook on low heat until the mixture thickens and absorbs the liquid
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons more ghee and mix well
Stir until the sheera leaves the sides of the pan
Garnish with chopped nuts if desired
Serve warm