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Gajar Halwa (Indian Carrot Halwa)
Made with only a few ingredients, Gajar Halwa is a traditional Indian dessert that is absolutely delicious. This is a delicious carrot halwa recipe that you can make at home easily.
- Prep time
- 20 min
- Cook time
- 40 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 5 cup grated carrots (about 6-7 )
- 2 tbsp ghee (or unsalted butter)
- 1.5 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/2 cup cashews (chopped)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a pan over medium heat.
- 2
Melt unsalted butter in the pan.
- 3
Once the butter is melted, add the carrot and cook until extra water is evaporated.
- 4
Add in milk and cook until it's thick, creamy and there's no extra liquid.
- 5
Add in sugar and cardamom and cook for another 15 to 20 minutes until it all comes together and has a thicker consistency than pudding.
- 6
Serve warm or cold and top with chopped cashews.