Badam Halwa

Badam 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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Badam Halwa

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Total Time 7 hrs 5 mins

Calories: 510

Description

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

Ingredients:

Servings

• 2 cups almonds soaked and peeled and ground
• ³⁄₄ cup ghee
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon cardamom powder
• 2 tablespoons sliced pistachios
• a pinch of saffron

Instructions

1. Prepare 2 cups almonds, soaked, peeled, and ground with 1 cup milk and keep the measured liquid ready.
2. Heat half the ghee in a heavy pan and add almond paste.
3. Cook the almond paste on low heat until it thickens and loses its raw smell.
4. Add milk and saffron, then cook until the mixture becomes thick again.
5. Cook until the mixture becomes soft and most of the liquid is absorbed.
6. Add the sweetener, remaining ghee, and cardamom. Cook until the halwa leaves the sides of the pan.
7. Add the nuts, rest for 5 minutes, and serve warm in four bowls..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 510kcal

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