Gajar Ka Halwa

Step 1

Wash and grate the carrots. Soak the raisins in water for 30 minutes. Blanch and shred the nuts.

Step 2

Put the water to boil, when it starts boiling add the grated carrots. Cook for 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the milk. Cook on a low flame for 1 hour stirring occasionally. Add sugar, mix well and cook till the sugar has dissolved and all the milk has been absorbed.

Step 4

Add ghee and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Add the slightly crushed cardamoms and the raisins. Mix well.

Step 5

Remove the gajjar halwa from heat and arrange in a serving dish. Garnish with almonds and pistachios. Serve cold, hot or at room temperature.