GAJAR KA HALWA (CARROT HALWA)
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
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
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Andrew Bwalya
andrew.b67@gmail.comThis recipe is a good starting point, but I would make a few changes next time. I would add more spices and nuts.
Abubakar Jhammat
jhammat@gmail.comI'm not a fan of gajar halwa, but this recipe is pretty good. I might make it again sometime.
Greggory Babb
greggory_b@hotmail.comThis recipe is just okay. It's not the best gajar halwa I've ever had.
Xasan Cabdi
cabdi@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly but my gajar halwa didn't turn out right. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Andleeb Andleeb
andleeb-andleeb@hotmail.co.ukThis recipe is not bad, but I've had better. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
NH Production
production14@gmail.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my gajar halwa turned out too dry. I think I might have overcooked it.
Jemimah 0tieno
0jemimah4@gmail.comThis recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and authentic gajar halwa.
Jeda Kiah
j.kiah@gmail.comI love that this recipe uses jaggery instead of sugar. It gives the gajar halwa a more natural sweetness.
Naiima Niini
naiima44@gmail.comThis is the perfect make-ahead dessert. It's even better the next day.
Safder Safder
safder_s42@gmail.comI made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
saleem shahzad
s.s@hotmail.comThis recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love this gajar halwa.
puspa raj
raj.p@yahoo.comI love the addition of nuts and raisins to this recipe. They add a nice texture and flavor.
MdEmon Emo
e-mdemon66@yahoo.comThis gajar halwa is so delicious and comforting. It's the perfect dessert for a cold winter day.
Rizwan Shareef
rizwan21@hotmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great way to use up leftover carrots.
DAD_ MACRO
macro.d@gmail.comThis recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it.
Sk Arnob
s-arnob92@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of gajar halwa, but this recipe changed my mind. It's now one of my favorite desserts.
leyla Roome
leyla.r@gmail.comThis is the best gajar halwa I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.
Soheb Hassan
hassan-s@hotmail.comI made this for Diwali and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
SadiAhmad Official
o-sadiahmad@hotmail.comThis gajar halwa recipe is a keeper! It turned out perfectly and was absolutely delicious. My family loved it.