Lauki Halwa
This traditional dessert showcases the perfect blend of sweetness and richness. Made with a popular vegetable, this dish is flavored with aromatic spices and nuts, creating a delightful treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 40 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 500 g Lauki (peeled and grated)
- 500 ml Milk
- 4 tbsp Ghee
- 100 g Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Cardamom Powder
- 2 tbsp Chopped Nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)
- pinch Saffron Strands (soaked in 1 tbsp warm milk)
Instructions
- 1
In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee over medium heat.
- 2
Add the grated lauki and sauté until it softens and the moisture evaporates, about 15-20 minutes.
- 3
In another pan, heat the milk and let it simmer until it reduces to half its volume.
- 4
Once the milk has reduced, add it to the cooked lauki. Stir well and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 5
Add sugar and cardamom powder to the mixture. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely.
- 6
In a separate small pan, heat the remaining ghee and roast the chopped nuts until they turn golden brown.
- 7
Add the roasted nuts and saffron-soaked milk to the halwa mixture. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.
- 8
Lauki Halwa is ready to serve. Garnish with more chopped nuts if desired.