How to Make Gajar (Carrot) Ka Halwa – Recipe

Here’s the most popular, authentic Indian Dessert “Gajar Ka Halwa” recipe for you. It is one of Indian traditional sweet dish which adorned by all. It is said as this carrot dessert has been originated in Punjab. This sweet halwa is much loved and delight in winter season.

Category	Dessert
Cuisine	Indian
Preparation Time	20 min
Cooking Time	20 min
Servings	4

What are the ingredients I need to make Gajar Ka Halwa?  

• Carrot                                      ½ kg, finely grated
• Ghee                                        ½ cup
• Milk                                         1 cup
• Khoa                                       50 gm
• Sugar                                       1 cup
• Cardamom Powder                 ½ tsp
• Almonds                                 5 – 7, chopped
• Cashew                                   5 – 7, chopped
• Raisins                                     1 tbsp

What is the method to prepare Gajar Ka Halwa?

• Pour ghee in a pressure cooker, heat it
• Add grated carrot and sauté for 5 minutes on medium flame. Keep stirring now and then
• Add Milk and mix well. Close lid and cook for 1 whistle
• Let steam escape. Open the lid
• Pour cooked carrot into a non sticky vessel
• Add sugar and cook for 5 – 10 minutes
• Now, add khoa. Mix well and cook for 1 or 2 minutes
• Add raisins, chopped almonds, cashew & cardamom powder and cook for more 1 minute. Turn off stove
• Serve hot or warm!!!!

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