Soy-Free Carrot Halwa
Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of Soy-Free Carrot Halwa, a classic Indian dessert reimagined to suit soy-free diets while retaining its traditional charm. Made with fresh, grated carrots simmered in whole milk until luscious and creamy, this recipe is naturally gluten-free and packed with the comforting sweetness of sugar and ghee. A golden garnish of roasted cashew nuts, almonds, and raisins enhances the texture, while crushed green cardamom infuses an irresistible warmth and fragrance. Perfect for festive celebrations or a cozy indulgence, this easy-to-follow recipe is a sensational treat that can be prepared in just over an hour. Serve this vibrant carrot halwa warm and savor its melt-in-your-mouth decadence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 500 milliliters whole milk
- 100 grams sugar
- 4 tablespoons ghee
- 10 pieces cashew nuts
- 10 pieces almonds
- 4 pods green cardamom pods
- 2 tablespoons raisins
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots. Grate them finely using a box grater or a food processor.
Heat 2 tablespoons of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the grated carrots and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the carrots soften and release their aroma.
Pour in the whole milk and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer. Stir occasionally and let the carrots cook in the milk until most of it has evaporated, this should take about 30 minutes.
Add sugar to the carrot and milk mixture. Mix well and continue to cook on low heat. Stir the halwa frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
In a small pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of ghee. Add cashew nuts and almonds, and roast them until they are golden brown. Add the raisins and fry for another minute until they swell. Remove from heat.
Crush the cardamom pods to extract the seeds and powder them using a mortar and pestle. Add this cardamom powder, along with the ghee-fried cashew nuts, almonds, and raisins to the halwa. Mix well.
Continue cooking the halwa for another 5 minutes, or until it starts to gather as a mass and leaves the sides of the pan.
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a delightful dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.1 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 222 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 646 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.3 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 862 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2688 mg | 57% | |
*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.
