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Beetroot Halwa Recipe (Step by Step Pictures) Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and vibrant Beetroot Halwa recipe made by cooking grated beetroot with milk, ghee, sugar, and aromatic cardamom, garnished with golden fried cashews and raisins. This traditional Indian dessert is creamy, sweet, and perfect for festive occasions or a comforting homemade treat.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Ghee
  • 2 large Beetroots (peeled and grated)
  • 1 cup Milk
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ tsp Ground Cardamom

For Frying

  • 2 tsp Ghee
  • 3 tbsp Cashews (a handful)
  • 3 tbsp Golden Raisins (Sultanas)
  • 3 tbsp Ghee (divided for cooking in steps)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Beetroot: Heat 1 tbsp of ghee in a pressure cooker over medium heat. Add the grated beetroots and sauté until the raw smell disappears, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  2. Pressure Cook: Pour in 1 cup of milk. Close the lid and pressure cook for 2 whistles on medium heat. After the whistles, reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the pressure cooker to release steam naturally.
  3. Fry Nuts and Raisins: In a separate pan, heat 2 tbsp of ghee on medium heat. Add cashews and fry until golden brown. Then add golden raisins and sauté them for about a minute until they puff up. Remove the nuts and raisins from the pan and set aside.
  4. Cook Beetroot Mixture: In the same pan, add 3 tbsp of ghee. Add the cooked beetroot and milk mixture to the pan and sauté on high heat until the milk evaporates and the mixture thickens.
  5. Add Sugar: Stir in ½ cup of granulated sugar. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens further and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
  6. Enrich with Ghee: Add 1 tsp of ghee and mix well. Add another 1 tsp of ghee and continue cooking until the halwa starts to leave the sides of the pan completely, indicating it has reached the right consistency.
  7. Finish and Garnish: Mix in the fried cashews, golden raisins, and ½ tsp ground cardamom powder. Stir thoroughly to combine all flavors. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh, firm beetroots for the best texture and color.
  • You can substitute milk with condensed milk for a richer taste, but adjust sugar accordingly.
  • Adjust sugar quantity to taste depending on your preference.
  • Ghee can be increased slightly for a more luscious halwa.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature as a dessert or festive sweet.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/beetroot-halwa-recipe-step-by-step-pictures-recipe/