Gajar ka Halwa

Difficulty

Easy / Beginner

Cooking time

45 minutes

serve

5

Tips

For a richer taste, you can increase the amount of ghee.
Adjust sugar according to your preference and the sweetness of the carrots.

Enjoy your delicious Gajar Ka Halwa, a timeless Indian dessert that’s perfect for any occasion!

Instructions

  • 1.Cook the Carrots
    Heat 2 tbsp of ghee over medium flame and saute dry fruits.
    In a heavy-bottomed pan, pressure cooker or kadhai, heat 3 tbsp of ghee over medium flame.
    Add the grated carrots to the ghee and sauté for about 5-10 minutes until they start to soften.
  • 2.Add Milk
    Pour in 1 liter of milk and mix well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
    Simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the milk is reduced by about three-fourths and the carrots are cooked through. This should take approximately 30-60 minutes.
  • 3.Add Sugar
    Once the milk is reduced, add 200 grams of sugar and mix well.
    - Cook the halwa on low heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture thickens further.
  • 4.Add Nuts and Raisins
    In a small pan, heat a little ghee and lightly roast the cashews, almonds, and raisins until golden brown.
    Add the roasted nuts and raisins to the halwa. Mix well.
  • 5.Final Touch
    Continue to cook the halwa on low heat until it reaches a thick, pudding-like consistency and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
    Serve hot or at room temperature.

Ingredients

Carrots (Gajar) 1 kg (grated)


Milk 1 liter


Ghee (Clarified Butter) 3 – 4 tbsp


Sugar 200 grams (adjust to taste)


Cashews 10-12 (chopped)


Almonds 10-12 (chopped)


Raisins 2 tbsp