Gajar Ka Halwa
“A sweet dessert made from grated carrots, milk, and sugar.”
Carrot
Milk
Sugar
Ghee
Cardamom
NutsWhere it comes from
Gajar Ka Halwa is a traditional winter dessert in Pakistan, often prepared during festivals and celebrations.
On the Palate
How it's made
5 steps · Show ↓55 min active
How it's made
5 steps · Show ↓- 120 min
In a large pot, combine grated carrots with milk and water over medium heat. Stir occasionally, cooking until the carrots are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated.
- 210 min
Add sugar and cardamom to the pot, stirring well. Continue to cook, allowing the sugar to dissolve and the mixture to thicken slightly.
- 35 min
In a separate pan, melt ghee over medium heat and sauté the nuts until they're golden and fragrant. Add these to the carrot mixture, stirring to combine.
- 415 min
Continue cooking the halwa, stirring frequently, until it thickens and the ghee begins to separate from the mixture, indicating it's ready.
Watch outStir constantly to prevent the halwa from sticking to the pot, which can cause burning.
- 55 min
Serve the halwa hot, garnished with additional nuts for extra crunch and aroma.
