Paleo Classic Carrot Halwa
Indulge in the naturally sweet and creamy goodness of Paleo Classic Carrot Halwa, a guilt-free twist on a beloved Indian dessert. This dairy-free version uses vibrant grated carrots simmered in rich coconut milk and flavored with aromatic cardamom, creating a luscious treat that's both paleo-friendly and refined sugar-free. Sweetened with coconut sugar and enriched with golden raisins, crunchy almonds, and buttery cashews, this recipe delivers unbeatable texture and taste without dairy or grain. Perfectly balanced between wholesome and indulgent, it’s a fragrant, warming dessert that’s easy to prepare in under an hour. Serve warm and garnished with extra nuts for an elegant finale to your meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 0.25 cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 0.5 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 2 tablespoons almonds
- 2 tablespoons cashews
Instructions
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or a food processor for convenience. Measure 500 grams of grated carrots.
In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee over medium heat. Once melted, add the grated carrots and sauté for about 10 minutes until they become soft and fragrant.
Pour in 1 cup of coconut milk and stir well to combine with the carrots. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer. Continue stirring occasionally for about 25 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated and the carrots are cooked through.
Add 0.25 cup of coconut sugar and 0.5 teaspoon of cardamom powder to the saucepan. Stir well to incorporate the sugar and spices with the carrots. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and the sugar is completely dissolved.
Chop the almonds and cashews into small pieces. Add 2 tablespoons of raisins, chopped almonds, and cashews into the carrot mixture. Stir to mix evenly.
Continue to cook the halwa for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the nuts and raisins to combine with the mixture and impart their flavors.
Turn off the heat and let the halwa cool slightly. Serve warm, garnishing with additional chopped nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.2 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 394 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.6 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2134 mg | 45% | |
*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.
