Delicious Carrot Halwa

Name: Delicious Carrot Halwa
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 kg carrots (grated); 1 L full-cream milk; 1 cup sugar; 4 tbsp ghee (clarified butter); 0.5 cup khoya (optional, for richness); 0.25 cup chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios); 0.25 tsp cardamom powder; dash saffron strands (optional)

by iorjia - Good Food (@iorjia01)

5.0

From 2 ratings

Prep Time

20min

Cook Time

1hr

Total Time

1hr 20min

Indian Dessert Vegetarian Vegan Gluten-Free

Carrot Halwa, also known as 'Gajar ka Halwa,' is a traditional Indian dessert that is rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Made with grated carrots, milk, sugar, and ghee, this dessert is perfect for any occasion, especially during the colder months. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this simple...

Ingredients

6 Servings

(1 serving = 1 bowl)

1kg
carrots (grated)
1L
full-cream milk
1cup
sugar
4tbsp
ghee (clarified butter)
1/2cup
khoya (optional, for richness)
1/4cup
chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)
1/4tsp
cardamom powder
dash
saffron strands (optional)

How to make Delicious Carrot Halwa

Start by washing and peeling the carrots. Grate them finely using a hand grater or a food processor.
In a heavy-bottomed pan, add the grated carrots and milk. Bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally. Let the mixture cook until the milk evaporates, and the carrots become soft.
Once the milk has evaporated, add ghee to the mixture and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the carrots release a lovely aroma.
Add sugar and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves and the halwa thickens.
If using khoya, crumble it into the mixture and stir well. Add chopped nuts and cardamom powder, and mix until everything is well combined. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Transfer the Carrot Halwa to a serving dish and garnish with more nuts and saffron strands. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips & Tricks

Use fresh, juicy carrots for the best flavor. The sweeter the carrots, the less sugar you’ll need.
Be patient during the milk evaporation process. This step is crucial for the halwa’s rich and creamy texture.
Don’t skimp on ghee, as it enhances the flavor and gives the halwa its characteristic richness.
Adding khoya is optional, but it adds extra richness and creaminess to the halwa.
Store leftover halwa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat before serving.