Carrot Halwa

One of the easiest and mouth watering dessert that can be prepared in few minutes. It is sure hit during any feast. It has got soft and creamy texture which just melts in the mouth.
Sending this tasty halwa to Vegetable Marathon- Carrots gest hosted by PJ event by Silpa

You need

Carrot 250gms

Ghee 2 - 2 1/2 tbsp

Sugar 100 gms

Salt a very small pinch

Milk 1/2 cup

Thickened cream* 3 tbsp

Raisins 2tbsp

Elaichi powder 1/4 tsp

Preparation

First peel the carrots well.

Shred the carrots as thinly as possible

Heat the pan, add the ghee, when it starts to melt add the shredded carrots.

Saute the carrots till the raw smell disappears.

Add the sugar, milk, elaichi powder and salt.

Cook till the carrots are soft and the milk has reduced.

Now add the cream. Cook for about 7-10 minutes.

The halwa will now start to thicken. Add the raisins and mix well.

Now the delicious halwa is ready to be served. You can also decorate it with sliced almonds.

Bon Appetite! 

*You can also substitute condensed milk instead of thickened cream, but reduce the amount of sugar accordingly