Rich Beetroot Halwa (Print Version)
This indulgent sweet treat features grated beets simmered with ghee, milk, and cardamom, then topped with crunchy nuts.
# Ingredients:
→ Core Ingredients
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2 cups milk
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1/2 cup sugar
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2 cups beetroot, grated after washing and peeling
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2 tablespoons ghee
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1/4 cup khoya
→ Extras for Flavor
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1/2 teaspoon powdered cardamom
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1/4 cup chopped nuts
# Steps:
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Use a fine grater to shred the peeled beetroot.
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Melt ghee in a pan with a heavy base. Toss in the chopped nuts and cook them till they turn golden.
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Drop the grated beetroot in the pan and sauté till tender. Cover it up and cook for 8-10 minutes.
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Stir in the milk and crumbled khoya. Let it simmer gently, stirring now and then.
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Once the milk is mostly absorbed and beetroot is soft, mix in sugar, cardamom powder, and toasted nuts. Cook until it's thick and the ghee starts separating.
# Helpful Notes:
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Look for fresh and firm beetroots for this dish.
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Sweetness can be customized to your liking.
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Keep stirring often so it doesn't stick.