Recipe: Aloo Halwa
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of this delightful Aloo Halwa, a traditional Indian dessert that combines the goodness of potatoes with aromatic spices and nuts. This recipe, courtesy of lovewithrecipes.com, offers a quick and easy way to satisfy your sweet cravings. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Recipe Category: Dessert 🍨
Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Asian, Indian, Low Protein, < 15 Mins, Stove Top
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 2551.9
- Fat Content: 129.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 77.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 335.7mg
- Sodium Content: 383.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 327.6g
- Fiber Content: 19.7g
- Sugar Content: 157.2g
- Protein Content: 35.9g
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Potatoes |
| 2 | Milk |
| 3/4 | Sugar |
| 1/2 | Ghee |
| 1 | Saffron |
| 1 | Cashew nuts |
| 1 | Cardamom powder |
Instructions:
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Peel and grate potatoes.
- Begin by peeling the potatoes and then grating them into fine shreds. This will help in achieving a smooth texture for your halwa.
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Boil in milk till tender and thick.
- In a pot, pour the milk and add the grated potatoes. Allow them to cook together until the potatoes are tender and the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
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Mash well.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, use a masher or the back of a spoon to mash them well. This will help in blending the ingredients evenly.
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Add sugar cook on a slow fire.
- Sprinkle the sugar over the mashed potatoes and continue cooking over low heat. Stir continuously to ensure that the sugar is evenly distributed and melts into the mixture.
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Add ghee, cashew nuts, cardamom, and saffron, blend well.
- Next, add the ghee, cashew nuts, cardamom powder, and saffron strands to the mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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When it begins to leave the pan, remove from fire.
- Keep cooking the mixture until it starts to leave the sides of the pan. This indicates that the halwa is cooked to perfection. Remove the pan from the heat to prevent it from overcooking.
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Transfer it to a greased tray.
- Grease a tray or plate with a little ghee and transfer the cooked halwa onto it. Spread it out evenly, allowing it to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Aloo Halwa warm or chilled, garnished with additional nuts or saffron strands for an extra touch of indulgence! 🌟
