The Sweetest Thing In The WORLD | Halwa | Bahrain

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar richness with less saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Walnuts provide healthy fats at a lower cost.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water offers a floral note at a lower price.

Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves completely.

Stir in cornstarch and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.

Add ghee gradually, mixing well until fully incorporated.

Incorporate rose water, saffron, and cardamom, stirring until evenly distributed.

Add food coloring to achieve desired hue, mixing thoroughly.

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.

Allow to cool at room temperature for several hours or until set.

Once set, cut into squares or diamond shapes.

Garnish with chopped pistachios, almonds, and coconut flakes before serving.

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