Gajar Ka Halwa (Carrot Halwa)

1

Grate khoya and keep aside.

2

Combine carrots and milk in a large heavy based pan.

3

Bring to a boil.

4

Lower the heat and cook the carrots, stirring constantly, until all the milk dries up.

5

Pour ghee into the carrots.

6

Add khoya.

7

Saute for a few minutes.

8

Add sugar.

9

Continue to cook and stir the carrot mixture till it dries.

10

Remove from heat when still moist.

11

Stir in the saffron, cardamom powder and almonds, reserving a few for garnish along with silver foil.

12

Reheat carrot halwa just before serving with a little milk.

13

If not serving immediately, refrigerate carrot halwa and re-heat and serve when desired.

14

Handy hint: If u dont have khoya, use 1 cup whole milk powder mixed with 1 tsp ghee and 1-2 tbsp water to get a dough like consistency.

15

This makes 100gms of khoya.