Introduction
Gajar ka Halwa is a popular Indian dessert made from carrots, milk, sugar, ghee, and spices. It is a sweet and creamy dish that is often served at special occasions.
To make it, carrots are first grated and then simmered in milk until they are soft. Sugar and ghee are then added, and the mixture is cooked until it thickens. Spices, such as cardamom, nutmeg, and saffron, are then added to flavor the halwa.
Here is a recipe for gajar ka halwa (carrot halwa):
Ingredients:
- 500 grams carrots, peeled and grated
- 1 cup ghee
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions – Gajar Ka Halwa:
- Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
- Add the grated carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes, or until the carrots are soft and tender.
- Add the sugar and cook, stirring constantly, for about 10 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved and the halwa has thickened.
- Add the cardamom powder and stir to combine.
- If desired, add the chopped nuts and stir to combine.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips – Gajar Ka Halwa:
- For a richer flavor, you can use whole milk instead of water.
- If you don’t have cardamom powder, you can use 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom instead.
- To make it ahead of time, cool it completely and then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 3 days.
Enjoy!