Low Carb Carrot Halwa
Indulge in the guilt-free decadence of Low Carb Carrot Halwa, a healthier twist on the beloved Indian dessert. Made with nutrient-rich grated carrots and slow-cooked in creamy almond milk, this keto-friendly halwa swaps out traditional sugar for erythritol, preserving all the sweetness with none of the carbs. Fragrant cardamom and a hint of saffron infuse the dessert with warm, aromatic flavors, while the finishing touch of toasted almonds, pistachios, and cashews adds a satisfying crunch to every bite. Ready in just an hour, this low-carb dessert offers all the comfort of the original without any compromises. Perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or savoring as a wholesome weeknight treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Grated carrots
- 500 ml Almond milk
- 50 grams Erythritol
- 50 grams Ghee
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 20 grams Almonds, sliced
- 20 grams Pistachios, sliced
- 20 grams Cashew nuts
- 1 pinch Saffron strands
Instructions
Peel and grate the carrots using a food processor or a hand grater.
In a thick-bottomed pan, heat the ghee over medium flame.
Add the grated carrots to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are slightly soft and the raw smell fades.
Pour almond milk into the pan, reduce the heat to low, and let the carrots cook in the milk. Stir occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the bottom.
Once the milk reduces to half, add the erythritol, cardamom powder, and saffron strands, and mix well.
Continue cooking until the milk completely evaporates and the mixture thickens to the desired consistency.
In a separate small pan, lightly toast the almond slices, pistachios, and cashew nuts until they are golden brown.
Stir the toasted nuts into the halwa.
Serve warm, garnished with a few more toasted nuts and saffron strands, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1215 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.9 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 799 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.1 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.7 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1101 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1850 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
