Carrot Halwa (Carrot Dessert)

A popular dessert, especially in winter when carrots are more readily available. The bright color spreads real warmth in the cold winter season. You can serve it with some table cream also. It is also delicious served cold (though traditionally it is served steaming hot).

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 22 mins
• Total Time: 32 mins
• Calories: 339 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 1 quart milk
• 2 pounds carrots, peeled and shredded
• 10 pods cardamom, crushed, or more to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add carrots and milk; cook and stir until milk is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Add oil. Cook, stirring constantly, until carrots are softened and golden-orange, 7 to 10 minutes. Add sugar; cook and stir until dissolved, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle cardamom on top.