Banana Halwa (Xalwo Muus) حلوى الموز

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while adding a nutty flavor.

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds are a healthier nut option with good fats.

Peel and mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.

Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat until melted.

Add semolina to the ghee and roast until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in the milk and stir continuously to avoid lumps.

Add the mashed bananas and mix well until combined.

Stir in sugar and continue cooking until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.

Add cardamom and mix thoroughly to incorporate the flavors.

In a separate pan, heat a little ghee and fry cashews and raisins until golden.

Garnish the halwa with the fried nuts and raisins.

Serve warm or at room temperature, enjoying the rich flavors.

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