About
Gajar Halwa is a traditional Indian dessert made with grated carrots, milk, sugar, and clarified butter (ghee). It is often garnished with nuts such as almonds, pistachios, and cashews. It is a popular dessert and is served during festivals and special occasions. Gajar Halwa is usually served hot or warm, and is often accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
2.6
Fats
20.4
Carbs
4.1
Fibre
3.0
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Recipe
Ingredients
carrots, grated
2 lbs
whole milk
2 cups
sugar
1 cup
ghee
1/2 cup
chopped almonds
1/4 cup
chopped cashews
1/4 cup
raisins
1/4 cup
cardamom powder
1 teaspoon
saffron strands
1 teaspoon
Directions
Step 1:
Heat ghee in a heavy bottomed pan over medium heat.
Step 2:
Add grated carrots and sauté for 5 minutes.
Step 3:
Add milk and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4:
Add sugar and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5:
Add almonds, cashews, raisins, cardamom powder and saffron strands.
Step 6:
Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7:
Serve hot or cold. Enjoy!
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 49885 users have chowed down on Gajar Halwa a whopping 90704 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Gajar Halwa, our users are head over heels in december, but the interest cools down in june.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Gajar Halwa is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 49885 users have chowed down on Gajar Halwa a whopping 90704 times.
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