Gajar ka halwa, carrot pudding
Grated carrots cooked down in milk and ghee until sticky and sweet, scented with cardamom.
- Time1 hr 10
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.32 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Put the carrots and milk in a wide heavy pan. Bring to the boil, then simmer on a medium heat for 40 minutes, stirring often, until the milk has almost gone.
40 min - 2
Add the ghee and cook for 5 minutes, stirring, until the carrots begin to fry.
5 min - 3
Stir in the sugar, cardamom and sultanas. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring, until thick, glossy and sticky.
10 min - 4
Top with the coconut and serve warm, with cream or ice cream if you like.
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