“Gajar ka Halwa,” which is a popular Indian dessert made from carrots. If that’s what you’re looking for, here’s a simple recipe for Gajar ka Halwa:
Ingredients:
- 4 cups grated carrots
- 2 cups full-fat milk
- 1 cup sugar (adjust according to taste)
- 1/2 cup ghee (clarified butter)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- A pinch of saffron strands (optional)
- Raisins for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Grate the Carrots:
- Peel and grate the carrots using a fine grater.
- Cook the Carrots:
- Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai.
- Add the grated carrots and sauté them in ghee until they become soft and the raw smell disappears. This may take about 10-15 minutes.
- Add Milk:
- Pour in the milk and stir well. Cook the carrots in the milk until the mixture thickens and most of the liquid evaporates. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add Sugar:
- Add sugar to the carrots and milk mixture. Continue cooking and stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved and the halwa thickens.
- Add Nuts and Flavorings:
- Add cardamom powder and chopped nuts. You can also add saffron strands for extra flavor and color. Stir well.
- Cook until Ghee Separates:
- Continue to cook the halwa on low heat until the ghee starts to separate from the mixture. This may take another 10-15 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Once the halwa reaches a thick, pudding-like consistency and the ghee has separated, remove it from heat.
- Garnish with more chopped nuts and raisins if desired.
- Serve Warm:
- Gajar ka Halwa can be served warm, either as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Enjoy your delicious Gajar ka Halwa!