How to Make Haluwa

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar richness with fewer calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

semolina

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty taste.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruits

Seeds provide crunch and are often more affordable.

Boil water in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add sugar to the boiling water and stir until dissolved.

In a separate pan, heat ghee over medium heat until melted.

Add grated carrots to the ghee and stir continuously until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Gradually pour the sugar syrup into the softened carrots, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Add cardamom and saffron to the mixture and continue stirring until thickened, about 10 minutes.

Fold in chopped mixed nuts for added texture and flavor.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

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