Friday, February 8, 2013

Gajar Ka Halwa (Sweet Carrot Dish)


I grated organic carrots about 5-6. Then in melted butter, I add a tablespoon of organic coconut oil, I cooked them releasing the carrots moisture for about 30 mins. Stirring often. Then once a golden orange color, I added 1.5 cups of heavy cream. (I know with how much I talk about eating healthy, the heavy cream certainly isn't but it's for the richness). Then I cook that for about 4-5 minutes until the heavy cream has been absorbed by the carrots. Then I add one cup of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of light brown sugar with 1 tsp of cardamom powder . Cook that for about 10 minutes or more. Until you feel comfortable with the color and texture. Sorry it was my first time so I don't know how to explain it well. Then once the sugars have caramelized quite a bit and the halwa looks like its coming together well, I add 2 tablespoons of Nido and stir well then I add 1/4 cup of raisins that have been soaking in warm water. Stir it all together and plate. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and sliced almonds. It takes over an hour to make but it's really good

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