Sooji Semolina Halwa
Indulge in the rich, aromatic delight of Sooji Semolina Halwa—a classic Indian dessert that combines the nutty flavor of roasted semolina with the luxurious creaminess of ghee and milk. Gently spiced with fragrant cardamom and studded with golden cashews and juicy raisins, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal pick for festive occasions or a comforting treat on any day. The smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture is perfectly balanced with the crunch of roasted nuts, offering a heavenly harmony of flavors and textures. Whether served warm as a standalone dessert or paired with puris for a traditional meal, this halwa is sure to captivate your taste buds with every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Semolina (Sooji)
- 0.333 cup Ghee (Clarified Butter)
- 0.75 cup Sugar
- 2 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Whole Milk (optional, for creaminess)
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
- 2 tablespoons Cashews
- 1.5 tablespoons Raisins
Instructions
Heat 1/3 cup of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
Add 2 tablespoons of cashews and sauté them until golden brown. Add 1.5 tablespoons of raisins and sauté for another 30 seconds or until they puff up. Remove the nuts and raisins from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add 1 cup of semolina (sooji) and roast it on medium-low heat. Stir continuously for about 6–8 minutes until the semolina turns a light golden color and emits a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.
Meanwhile, in a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water and 1/2 cup of milk to a boil.
Once the semolina is roasted, slowly pour in the hot water-milk mixture while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
Cook the semolina mixture for about 2–3 minutes until the liquid is completely absorbed and the mixture thickens.
Add 3/4 cup of sugar and mix well. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes, during which the sugar will dissolve, and the halwa will acquire its final consistency.
Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder and mix thoroughly.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the halwa to simmer for another minute as the flavors meld together.
Garnish with sautéed cashews and raisins. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.0 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.8 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 202 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 316.6 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 165.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 640 mg | 14% | |
*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.
