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carrot halwa recipe With Pistachio Saffron Sparkle
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
Our carrot halwa recipe with Pistachio Saffron Sparkle is a luxurious, aromatic Indian dessert featuring vibrant orange carrots and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. It’s designed to be simple and quick to prepare, perfect for a cozy weeknight or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
- 4 cups carrots, grated (about 1 kg)
- 0.33 cup ghee, clarified butter (80 ml, use coconut oil or vegan butter for a vegan alternative)
- 2 cups milk, full-fat or reduced-fat (480 ml)
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar (150 g, adjust to taste or use a sugar substitute)
- 6–8 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed, or 1 tsp powder
- 0.25 cup pistachios, shelled, chopped (30 g, omit for nut-free or use toasted sunflower seeds)
- 15–20 saffron threads
Instructions
- Grate Carrots: Wash and grate your carrots. Use a food processor for speed or a box grater for a rustic feel.
- Saute Carrots in Ghee: In a large, heavy-bottomed pan or 12-inch non-stick skillet, melt the ghee over medium heat. Add the grated carrots and sauté, stirring frequently, until they soften and release their natural sweetness.
- Add Milk and Cook: Pour in the milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the milk is mostly absorbed and the carrots are tender. (If it looks too dry at this stage, splash in 2-3 tablespoons of extra milk).
- Stir in Sugar and Cardamom: Add the sugar and crushed cardamom. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely and the halwa comes together, pulling away from the sides of the pan and looking glossy.
- Garnish with Pistachios and Saffron: Once cooked, transfer the halwa to a serving dish. Sprinkle generously with chopped pistachios and saffron threads. (For an extra pop of color, bloom saffron in a tablespoon of warm milk for a few minutes before sprinkling).
Notes
For busy cooks, don’t hesitate to use pre-grated carrots. A large, non-stick skillet or Dutch oven makes cleanup easy. You can even use an Instant Pot to quickly soften carrots before the final sauté stage. For a richer taste, toast the pistachios lightly before garnishing, and a dash of rose water can add an exotic floral note.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.5 cup (about 120 g)
- Calories: 265 calories
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg