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How to make Crispy & Porous "Ghevar" at home| Halwai style| Gluten Free | Rakhi Special

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Ghevar

Cultural Context

Ghevar is a traditional Indian dessert originating from the state of Rajasthan, often prepared during festivals like Teej and Raksha Bandhan. Its unique honeycomb texture and rich flavor make it a beloved sweet treat, symbolizing celebration and joy. Over the years, variations have emerged, including different toppings and flavors, making it a versatile dessert enjoyed across India and beyond.

IndianINdessert
120 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
500 ml cold water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar richness with less saturated fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: condensed milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining a creamy texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar can provide a richer flavor at a lower cost.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free option at a lower price.

1

Keep 500 ml of cold water in the freezer.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the cold water.

3

Mix until the water is well combined with the lemon juice.

4

Use this mixture for making the batter.

5

Take 1/2 cup of sugar and prepare sugar syrup by boiling it with water until it reaches the desired consistency.

6

Make sure to check the consistency of the sugar syrup periodically.

7

Once the sugar syrup is ready, add the lemon juice mixture to it and mix well.

8

Use the sugar syrup immediately for soaking the ghevar.

Cooking Techniques

siftingfryingsoakinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

freezermixing bowlsaucepan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

milktree-nutswheat

Also Known As

GhewarGhevar Sweet

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