It is Diwali today and tomorrow would be New Year. It has been tradition in India since ages to make Sweets and distribute them on the occasion of Diwali. India has many sweets from various parts of the country. One such dish is Gajar ka Halwa. Mainly made in northern parts of India Gajar ka Halwa is a very popular dessert as well as a snack that one would like.
There are many types of Halwas made from various fruits and Vegetables. Gajar ka Halwa is one such dish that is made out of Carrots. It is a very simple dish to make. It has very few ingredients too. What many people do not know that Gajar ka Halwa can be stored for up to a week in the fridge and up to two months in the freezer. But it is highly unlikely that it will last even for more than a day since it is extremely tasty and will get finish soon.
Things needed to make Gajar ka Halwa
- 2 cups shredded carrots
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 6 cashew roasted and broken
Process to make the interesting dessert
Roast the cashew nuts and set aside for the garnish. Boil the milk on medium-high heat in a non-stick pan until it is reduced to about to 1 cup. Stir often to ensure the milk does not burn in the bottom of the pan. Set aside. Melt the butter in a frying pan on medium heat. Add the shredded carrots and stir-fry for about seven to eight minutes. Carrots should be tender and slightly changed in colour.
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Add the milk and cook until the milk dries. This will take about eight to ten minutes. Next add the sugar, and cardamom powder and stir-fry for another three to four minutes until the halwa starts to leave the side of frying pan. Garnish with cashew nuts.
