Gajar Halwa

Gajar Halwa is a warm Indian sweet with a soft texture, rich ghee aroma, and gentle cardamom flavour. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. Ghee gives the recipe a warm aroma and a rich homemade taste wherever it suits the dish. Serve warm in four small bowls. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Gajar Halwa

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Roasting, Simmering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: F Four servings G Gajar Halwa I Indian recipe

Difficulty: Intermediate Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Calories: 390

Description

A warm Indian sweet with a soft texture, rich ghee aroma, and gentle cardamom flavour.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 1 kg carrots
• peeled and grated
• ¹⁄₂ cup ghee
• 5 cups full-fat milk
• ³⁄₄ cup sugar or grated jaggery
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon cardamom powder
• ¹⁄₃ cup chopped almonds and cashews

Instructions

1. Heat 2 tablespoons ghee in a heavy kadai and cook the grated carrots for 5 minutes
2. Add the milk and bring to a gentle boil
3. Cook on medium-low heat, stirring often, until the milk is almost fully absorbed
4. Add the sweetener and cook until the released moisture reduces
5. Add the remaining ghee and cardamom. Cook until the halwa looks glossy and leaves the sides of the pan
6. Add the nuts and cook for 1 minute
7. Rest for 5 minutes and serve warm in four bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 390kcal

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