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Gajar Halwa Recipe

Gajar Halwa Recipe

Gajar Halwa is an Indian sweet dish that originates from Maharashtra state.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Gajar Halwa
Servings: 4
Calories: 99kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pan

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup water
  • 3 cups shredded carrots
  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cardamom seeds
  • 1 teaspoon saffron strands
  • nutmeg powder
  • pinch salt

Instructions

  • Combine the first three ingredients in a pan and cook till they start boiling. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Next, mix together the fourth ingredient, sugar, and spices in another bowl.
  • When the milk starts boiling again, bring it back to a boil and slowly stir in the spice mixture.
  • Continue stirring till the liquid thickens.
  • Cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Keep checking every now and then to see if it needs any further cooking time. After ten minutes, remove from stovetop and serve warm.

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Nutrition

Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 24mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.01mg
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