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Indian Carrot Halwa Recipe: Gajar ka Halwa with Jaggery

Make a batch of this delicious Indian carrot halwa for an authentic sweet treat! A simple gajar ka halwa with jaggery is a traditional carrot pudding.
Course Dessert
Cuisine Indian
Keyword Carrot Halwa, Gajar ka Halwa
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 Serves
Calories 363kcal

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Large skillet

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Ghee
  • 1 pinch Saffron
  • 3 crushed Cardamom pods
  • 2 cups Grated carrots
  • 3 cups Whole milk
  • 12 chopped Cashew nuts
  • 12 chopped Almonds
  • ¾ cup Jaggery (grated) or preferred sweetener
  • 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat the ghee over medium heat.
  • Add in the cardamom pods and saffron and saute for 1 minute until aromatic
  • Add the shredded carrots and reduce the heat to low. Saute, stirring regularly, until the carrots are beginning to soften. Approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
  • To the pan, add the milk, jaggery (or sweetener), salt, and stir to combine well.
  • Continue simmering over low heat until the milk has evaporated. Approximately 7 to 10 minutes.
  • When the milk is mostly evaporated, in a small skilet, heat 1 teaspoon ghee and roast the chopped almonds and cashews until just browned.
  • Add the roasted nuts to the carrot halwa and stir to combine.
  • Serve hot or chilled.

Notes

Jaggery can be replaced with the same amount of sugar in case of non-availability of jaggery. Also, the sweetness can be adjusted as per your preference. The sweetness in this recipe is quite mild and can be increased if you are a fan of sweets.

Nutrition

Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 57.8g | Protein: 8.7g | Fat: 12.6g | Saturated Fat: 4.9g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 205mg | Fiber: 2.9g | Sugar: 51.8g