Vegan Sooji Halva
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of Vegan Sooji Halva, a dairy-free spin on the classic Indian dessert. This recipe transforms semolina into a rich and luscious treat, toasted in coconut oil for a delicate nutty flavor, then simmered to perfection with almond milk and a touch of sugar. Enhanced with warm notes of cardamom, juicy raisins, and crunchy chopped cashews, this halva strikes the perfect balance between texture and taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an easy yet elegant dessert that’s ideal for festive occasions or a cozy after-dinner indulgence. Garnish with slivered almonds for an added layer of sophistication, and enjoy it warm while the flavors truly come alive!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Semolina (sooji)
- 4 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 0.75 cup Sugar
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cup Almond milk (unsweetened)
- 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 2 tablespoons Raw cashews (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Slivered almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the water and almond milk. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and keep warm.
In a separate large pan or skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
Add the semolina (sooji) to the hot oil and stir continuously for 7-10 minutes, or until the semolina is light golden brown and has a toasted aroma. Be careful not to let it burn.
Once the semolina is toasted, slowly pour the warm almond milk and water mixture into the pan while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Be cautious as the mixture may splatter initially.
Reduce the heat to low and stir until the semolina absorbs all the liquid and the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the sugar and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sugar dissolves completely and the halva has a smooth consistency.
Add the cardamom powder, raisins, and chopped cashews. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Turn off the heat and let the halva sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Garnish with slivered almonds if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.1 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.2 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 198 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.5 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 562 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 905 mg | 19% | |
*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.
