Gajar Ka Halwa (Carrot Halwa)
Description
Carrot halwa, is a deliciously creamy Indian dessert made with grated carrots simmered in sweet milk with spices. Perfect for Diwali, or anytime.
Ingredients
•
2 tablespoons sunflower seed oil
•
2 pounds carrots, grated
•
1 1/2 quarts whole milk
•
2 cups white sugar
•
1/2 cup raisins
•
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
•
1 pinch saffron threads
•
8 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts
Directions
1
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.
2
Bring carrot mixture back to a boil; add sugar, raisins, cardamom, and saffron. Cook and stir until mixture has thickened, about 10 minutes.
3
Ladle carrot halwa into 8 individual serving dishes. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon pistachios. Serve warm or chill before serving.