Gajar Ka Halwa (Carrot Halwa) Recipe

Name: Gajar Ka Halwa (Carrot Halwa)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup ghee, melted; 1 kg carrot, peeled and grated; 1 1/2 cans evaporated milk; 2 cups sugar; 100 g khoya; 15 almonds, soaked in hot water,peeled and slivered; 1/4 cup water; 1 pinch saffron, soaked in the water; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder; edible silver foil, for garnishing (optional)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup ghee, melted
1 kg carrot, peeled and grated
1 1/2 cans evaporated milk
2 cups sugar
100 g khoya
15 almonds, soaked in hot water,peeled and slivered
1/4 cup water
1 pinch saffron, soaked in the water
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
edible silver foil, for garnishing (optional)

1
Grate khoya and keep aside.
2
Combine carrots and milk in a large heavy based pan.
3
Bring to a boil.
4
Lower the heat and cook the carrots, stirring constantly, until all the milk dries up.
5
Pour ghee into the carrots.
6
Add khoya.
7
Saute for a few minutes.
8
Add sugar.
9
Continue to cook and stir the carrot mixture till it dries.
10
Remove from heat when still moist.
11
Stir in the saffron, cardamom powder and almonds, reserving a few for garnish along with silver foil.
12
Reheat carrot halwa just before serving with a little milk.
13
If not serving immediately, refrigerate carrot halwa and re-heat and serve when desired.
14
Handy hint: If u dont have khoya, use 1 cup whole milk powder mixed with 1 tsp ghee and 1-2 tbsp water to get a dough like consistency.
15
This makes 100gms of khoya.

2752

kcal

Calories

192

Fat

215

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup ghee, melted, 1 kg carrot, peeled and grated, 1 1/2 cans evaporated milk, 2 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Gajar Ka Halwa (Carrot Halwa) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Gajar Ka Halwa (Carrot Halwa)

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