No sugar Papaya halwa recipe | HALWA RECIPE | how to make papaya halwa recipe

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option with a similar flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey provides natural sweetness while jaggery adds a rich flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is cost-effective.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric adds color and flavor at a lower cost.

Peel and chop the papaya into small pieces.

Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat until melted.

Add the chopped papaya to the pan and sauté until softened.

Add the bay leaf and continue cooking.

Pour in the thick milk and condensed milk, and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

Stir in cardamom powder and mix well to incorporate.

In a separate pan, toast cashews and raisins in a little ghee until golden.

Fold the toasted nuts and raisins into the halwa mixture.

Cook for an additional few minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

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