Gajar Ka Halwa (Carrot Halwa)

Carrot halwa, is a deliciously creamy Indian dessert made with grated carrots simmered in sweet milk with spices. Perfect for Diwali, or anytime.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
• Calories: 459 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 pinch saffron threads
• 2 tablespoons sunflower seed oil
• 2 pounds carrots, grated
• 8 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cardamom
• 1.5 quarts whole milk

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Ladle carrot halwa into 8 individual serving dishes. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon pistachios. Serve warm or chill before serving.

Step 2

Heat ghee in a large saucepan over medium heat and add carrots. Cook and stir briefly, about 3 minutes. Pour in milk and increase heat; bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently, uncovered, and stirring occasionally until moisture evaporates, about 1 hour.

Step 3

Bring carrot mixture back to a boil; add sugar, raisins, cardamom, and saffron. Cook and stir until mixture has thickened, about 10 minutes.