Gaajar Ka Halwa

Gajar Ka Halwa literally means Carrot Sweet/Halwa. Juicy Carrots are first shredded and pan fried on a low flame until they turn into a rich color and milk and sugar are added to make this mouth-watering delicacy. Gajar ka Halwa is a popular choice of winter in India and Pakistan. 

Ingredients

  • Carrots - 10 (finely shredded
  • Purified Butter/Ghee - 1 tbs 
  • Milk - 1.5 cup(s)
  • Sugar - 1 cup/or more according to preference 
  • Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews,pistachios, raisins) - handful chopped (for garnish) 


Preparation
Heat a deep pan/skillet. Add a tablespoon of clarified butter/ghee and let it melt. 

Add the shredded carrot and saute (approx 15 mins.) on a low flame until the carrot changes color to a caramelized color/light brown. Take care not to burn the carrot. The raw smell should also disappear by now. 

Add sugar and mix well. 

Add Milk and allow to boil until the mixture begins to thicken. Mix thoroughly until Milk evaporates completely. 

Remove from stove. Garnish with mixed nuts. 

Serve Hot with Vanilla Ice-cream.

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