When we talk is about Indian desserts, one name that undoubtedly comes into every person’s mind is the traditional Gajar ka halwa prepared on every Indian home in almost all the festivals. On the occasion of Diwali, Gajar ka Halwa is an unavoidable part of the menu. When served hot, the Gajar Ka Halwa tastes wonderful. It is simply the prefect sweet dish to be relished post dinner. Not only its delicious, it’s also fulfilling and nutritious with about 8 grams of proteins, 50.3gram carbohydrates and 1.9 grams of fat. Making Gajar Ka Halwa is not a very difficult task in terms of process; it requires a little more time and patience than any other halwa. Even if you are in love with this mouth watering dish, here is the recipe…
When we talk is about Indian desserts, one name that undoubtedly comes into every person’s mind is the traditional Gajar ka halwa prepared on every Indian home in almost all the festivals. On the occasion of Diwali, Gajar ka Halwa is an unavoidable part of the menu. When served hot, the Gajar Ka Halwa tastes wonderful. It is simply the prefect sweet dish to be relished post dinner. Not only its delicious, it’s also fulfilling and nutritious with about 8 grams of proteins, 50.3gram carbohydrates and 1.9 grams of fat. Making Gajar Ka Halwa is not a very difficult task in terms of process; it requires a little more time and patience than any other halwa. Even if you are in love with this mouth watering dish, here is the recipe…
Ingredients of Gajar ka Halwa
Carrots – 10 long (finely shredded)
Clarified Butter/Ghee – 1 tbs
Milk – 1 litre
Sugar – 1 cup/or more according to preference
Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios, raisins) – handful chopped (for garnish)
Method of Gajar ka Halwa
Heat a deep pan/skillet. Add a tablespoon of clarified butter/ghee and let it melt.
Add the shredded carrot and saute (approx 15 mins.) on a low flame until the carrot changes color to a caramelized color/light brown. Take care not to burn the carrot. The raw smell should also disappear by now.
Add Milk and allow to boil until the mixture begins to thicken. Mix thoroughly until Milk evaporates completely.Keep stirring till the milk is all absorbed.
When the mixture thickens, add sugar and mix well.
Remove from stove. Garnish with mixed nuts. Serve Hot.
