GAJAR KA HALWA (CARROT HALWA)

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Try this recipe if you want to know how to make traditional Indian gajar ka halwa, or carrot halwa. A lovely dessert anytime, I most recently made it for Diwali. This is the 'old school' method that uses whole milk, not condensed milk. You can use ghee instead of oil for initially cooking the carrots, if desired.

Provided by manju

Categories     Holidays and Events Recipes     Diwali

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons sunflower seed oil
2 pounds carrots, grated
1 ½ quarts whole milk
2 cups white sugar
½ cup raisins
1 ½ teaspoons ground cardamom
1 pinch saffron threads
8 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts

Steps:

  • Heat oil 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, for 1 hour.
  • Bring carrot-milk mixture back to a boil. Add sugar, raisins, cardamom, and saffron. Cook and stir until mixture has thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Ladle carrot halwa into 8 individual serving dishes. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon pistachios. Serve warm or chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.5 calories, Carbohydrate 79.8 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 187 mg, Sugar 70.3 g

Andrew Bwalya
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This recipe is a good starting point, but I would make a few changes next time. I would add more spices and nuts.


Abubakar Jhammat
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I'm not a fan of gajar halwa, but this recipe is pretty good. I might make it again sometime.


Greggory Babb
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This recipe is just okay. It's not the best gajar halwa I've ever had.


Xasan Cabdi
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I followed the recipe exactly but my gajar halwa didn't turn out right. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Andleeb Andleeb
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This recipe is not bad, but I've had better. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


NH Production
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my gajar halwa turned out too dry. I think I might have overcooked it.


Jemimah 0tieno
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and authentic gajar halwa.


Jeda Kiah
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I love that this recipe uses jaggery instead of sugar. It gives the gajar halwa a more natural sweetness.


Naiima Niini
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This is the perfect make-ahead dessert. It's even better the next day.


Safder Safder
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


saleem shahzad
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love this gajar halwa.


puspa raj
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I love the addition of nuts and raisins to this recipe. They add a nice texture and flavor.


MdEmon Emo
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This gajar halwa is so delicious and comforting. It's the perfect dessert for a cold winter day.


Rizwan Shareef
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great way to use up leftover carrots.


DAD_ MACRO
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it.


Sk Arnob
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I'm not a big fan of gajar halwa, but this recipe changed my mind. It's now one of my favorite desserts.


leyla Roome
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This is the best gajar halwa I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Soheb Hassan
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I made this for Diwali and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


SadiAhmad Official
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This gajar halwa recipe is a keeper! It turned out perfectly and was absolutely delicious. My family loved it.