Qadr Night: Cooking Delicious Hallva! Mix of Rural Iftar Menus cooked in the Village!

semolina

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

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

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with unique flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Boil water in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add sugar to the boiling water and stir until dissolved.

In a separate pan, melt butter over low heat.

Gradually stir in semolina, cooking until it turns golden brown.

Pour the sugar syrup into the semolina mixture slowly, stirring continuously.

Add vanilla extract and mix well until smooth.

Stir in cocoa powder if using, for chocolate flavor.

Fold in chopped nuts for added texture.

Continue to cook for a few minutes until thickened.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Transfer to a greased dish and smooth the top.

Allow to cool completely before cutting into pieces.

Cooking Techniques

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