Carrot_dessert5Ok, this post has nothing to do with Mexican food. Gajar Ka Halwa is a traditional Indian dessert, but browsing some food websites I came across this dish that immediately caught my attention.  I was fascinated by the idea: it’s like arroz con leche but with carrots. I even discovered that there are variations as Carrot-beetroot Halwa and Carrot-papaya Halwa. Mmm…Carrot_dessert1Obviously I tried to make a light version of Gajar Ka Halwa, so I didn’t use condensed milk and ghee (clarified butter) as in most of the recipes I saw. I’ve never tried an original Gajar Ka Halwa, so I can’t compare flavors, but I really liked my version. The spices give it an incredible flavor, so different to what I’m used to. It’s like cooking carrots in a chai latte. Carrot_dessert2This sweet pudding is traditionally eaten during festivities in India and Pakistan. It is famous because it is considered a healthy nutritious dessert. Besides it has some vegetarian characteristics, it’s really easy to prepare and it taste delicious.  In Hindi, “Gajar” means carrot and “Halwa” means sweet. Carrot_dessert4In my house the opinion about its taste was divided; my brother and my dad didn’t like the idea of ​​eating “sweet vegetables” as dessert (they devour carrot cake,… what do they think it is made of?) My mom and I really liked it, we are even thinking about the Carrot-Papaya Halwa. So, as always, I think it’s a matter of taste and it depends on how risky you are for trying new dishes. Carrot_dessert3Hope you like to experiment in the kitchen as I do, because you have to try this Gajar Ka Halwa!

Gajar Ka Halwa – Sweet Carrot
Serves 6
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Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
35 min
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
35 min
Ingredients
  1. 1 kg (35 oz) carrots
  2. 2 cups skim light
  3. 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  4. ¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  5. 200 gr (7 oz) sugar
  6. 25 gr (0.88 oz) butter
Instructions
  1. Wash and shred the carrots.
  2. In a medium saucepan, over medium-high heat, add the carrots, milk, cardamom, nutmeg and sugar. Cook for 15-20 minutes, moving constantly. The sugar should be completely dissolved and the carrot should be tender.
  3. Add the butter and keep stirring. Remove from heat when it has a semi-firm consistency.
  4. You can serve hot or at room temperature.
  5. Enjoy!
Notes
  1. You can sprinkle ground cinnamon.
  2. You can garnish with roasted, chopped, pecans.
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