GAJAR KA HALWA

 

Ingredients

• Carrots – 2 kg (peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces)
• Whole-fat milk – 400 ml
• Sugar – 100 g
• Ghee – 4 tablespoons
• Cardamom powder – ½ teaspoon
• Cream – 100 ml
• Khoya – 100 g
• Cashews – 10 (sliced)
• Almonds – 10 (sliced)
• Pistachios – 10 (sliced)
• Saffron – A pinch

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Carrots:
   Peel and cut the carrots into 2-inch pieces.

2. Cook the Carrots:
   In a heavy-bottomed wok (kadhai), add 2 tablespoons of ghee, carrots, and milk.
   Cover and cook on medium heat until the carrots soften. Stir occasionally.
   If the milk evaporates before the carrots are soft, add a little water and continue cooking.

3. Mash the Carrots:
   Once the carrots are soft, mash them well using a spoon or masher.

4. Add Sugar and Cook:
   Add sugar to the mashed carrots and cook on medium heat until the water from the sugar dries up.

5. Add Remaining Ingredients:
   Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of ghee, cream, and cardamom powder.
   Continue cooking and stir frequently until the ghee separates from the mixture.

6. Finish with Saffron:
   Add a pinch of saffron and mix well. The halwa is now ready.

7. Garnish and Serve:
   Transfer the halwa to a serving dish. Garnish with khoya, sliced almonds, cashews, and pistachios.

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Tips

• Ensure to stir frequently to prevent sticking.
• Adjust sugar according to your taste preference.
• Serve warm for the best flavor.

Enjoy your delicious carrot halwa!