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Gajar Ka Halwa

Cultural Context

Gajar Ka Halwa is a traditional Indian dessert made during winter months when carrots are in season. It is often prepared during festivals and celebrations, symbolizing warmth and festivity. The dish is cherished for its rich flavor and texture, making it a popular choice for special occasions.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 kg carrots
0.5 cup sugar
1.5 to 2 liters milk
ghee (approximately 2 tablespoons)
2-3 green cardamom
nuts (almonds, peeled)

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey is a natural sweetener, while jaggery is often cheaper and adds a unique flavor.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

1

Use a coarse grater to grate the carrots, ensuring they are thick and not finely grated.

2

Wash the grated carrots and set them aside.

3

In a heavy-bottomed pan, add the grated carrots and cook on high flame until they release water and start to cook down.

4

Once the water has evaporated, add sugar (about 0.5 cup, adjust to taste) and mix well.

5

After mixing in the sugar, add ghee (approximately 2 tablespoons) and stir until well combined.

6

Add 2-3 green cardamom pods to the mixture.

7

Pour in 1.5 to 2 liters of milk into the pan and bring it to a boil on high flame.

8

Cook the mixture on high flame until the milk reduces and thickens, stirring occasionally.

9

Once the milk has thickened, add the peeled almonds and mix well.

10

Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

coarse graterheavy-bottomed panspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Gajar HalwaCarrot Halwa

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