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Carrot Halwa Recipe

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Time

40 min

Serving

3 persons

Calories

377

Rating

4.00★ (1)

Cuisine

Indian
Author: Antonina Blum

Gajar Halwa (Carrot Halwa), an epitome of finest Indian sweets, is a delicious dessert prepared from carrot and milk. This recipe uses full cream milk to make halwa which is not overly sweet. The ghee and cardamom powder gives it an unparalleled aroma and rich texture. Whether you want to satisfy your sweet tooth, excite your kids or entertain guests, serve this classic, rich, creamy sweet as dessert and watch them helping for seconds.

Ingredients

  • carrot: 2 cup (peeled and grated)
  • full fat Milk: 1.5 cup (375 ml)
  • ghee: 2.5 Tbsp (clarified butter)
  • sugar: 0.25 cup
  • cashew nuts: 5 piece (chopped)
  • almonds: 5 piece (sliced)
  • raisins: 8 piece
  • cardamom powder: 0.25 tsp

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  1. Heat ghee in non-stick pan or heavy based pan over medium flame. Add grated carrots and roast them for 3-4 minutes while mixing continuously.

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  2. Pour milk over ghee roasted carrots and stir to mix well. Bring it to boil over medium flame.

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  3. When it starts to boil, reduce flame to low and cook until almost milk is absorbed and mixture starts to thicken. It will take approx. 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally in between to prevent sticking.

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  4. Cook until all milk is absorbed and mixture turns thick for approx. 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally in between.

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  5. Add sugar, chopped cashew nuts and raisins, mix well. Stir and cook until sugar is dissolved; approx. 3-4 minutes.

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  6. Add cardamom powder, mix properly and turn off the flame.

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  7. Transfer it to a serving bowl and garnish with sliced almonds.

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History of the Carrot Halwa Recipe: Carrot halwa has its roots in North India, where it is a popular dessert. The dish is believed to have been introduced during the Mughal era, where it was prepared for royals at banquets and special occasions. Since then, it has become a household name and is widely enjoyed by people from all over India and beyond.

Tips and Tricks for Carrot Halwa Recipe:

  • Choose fresh, juicy and bright orange carrots for best results.
  • Grate the carrots using a grater with medium sized holes.
  • Use a non-stick or heavy-based pan to cook the halwa.
  • Keep stirring the mixture frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • You can adjust the amount of sugar as per your preference.

Tips for presenting the dish:

  • Serve the halwa hot or cold, as per your preference. It tastes great both ways.
  • Garnish with sliced almonds or pistachios for added flavor and texture.
  • You can serve it in individual bowls or one common bowl.
  • A dollop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream can be served on top for a more indulgent experience.

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