Name: Andon aur Sooji ka Halwa (Egg and Semolina Halwa) – Traditional Pakistani Sweet
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4-6 People
Cuisine: Pakistani
Ingredients: 6 pieces Eggs; 2 cups Milk; 1 cup Ghee; 1/2 cup Semolina (Sooji); 1 cup Sugar; 1 tsp Cardamom powder; 1 pinch Yellow food color; 200 g (optional) Khoya; for garnish Sliced Almonds; for garnish Raisins; for garnish Chopped Pistachios

Step-by-Step Instructions

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Prepare Egg Mixture
Crack 6 eggs into a large mixing bowl. Add 2 cups of room temperature milk to the eggs. the eggs and milk thoroughly until a smooth mixture is formed and the egg yolks are fully incorporated.
Heat Ghee and Roast Semolina
In a wok or heavy-bottomed pan, add 1 cup of ghee and heat it over medium flame. Once the ghee is hot, add 1/2 cup of semolina. Roast the semolina on medium-low flame, stirring continuously, for about until it turns golden brown and releases a fragrant aroma.
Combine and Cook Halwa Base
the flame to low. Slowly pour the egg and milk mixture into the roasted semolina, stirring vigorously and continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Continue stirring and cooking on low to medium-low flame for until the mixture thickens and becomes granular.
Add Sugar and Cardamom
Add 1 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cardamom powder to the halwa. Mix well. The sugar will release some moisture, making the halwa slightly wetter.
Add Food Color and Bhunai (Roast)
Increase the flame to medium-high. Add 1 pinch of yellow food color (optional, for enhanced color). Continue to bhunai (roast) the halwa, stirring constantly, until the ghee separates from the halwa and it achieves a rich golden color and a crumbly, granular texture. This bhunai process will take approximately after adding the food color.
Incorporate Khoya (Optional)
the flame to low. Add 200 grams of khoya (optional) to the halwa. Gently mix the khoya into the halwa until it is well combined but still retains some texture. This step adds a creamy and rich flavor to the halwa.
Add Nuts and Final Mix
Add a portion of sliced almonds, raisins, and chopped pistachios to the halwa. Stir for a few seconds to lightly fry the nuts and incorporate them into the halwa, adding crunch and flavor.
Serve
Turn off the flame. Transfer the hot halwa to a serving dish. Garnish with the remaining sliced almonds, raisins, and chopped pistachios. Serve warm and enjoy!

Before You Cook

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No Egg?
- 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rest 5 min) — Per egg, best in baking.
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce — Per egg, in sweet baked goods.
- 1/4 cup silken tofu, blended — Per egg.
No Milk?
- Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
No Ghee?
- Unsalted butter (1:1)
- Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)

AllergensThis recipe contains eggs and dairy and nuts and gluten.

eggsdairynutsgluten

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

Adjust the amount of sugar
Adjust the amount of sugar according to your sweetness preference.
For an even richer flavor
Use desi ghee (clarified butter).
Feel free to add otherCustomise
Feel free to add other nuts or dried fruits like walnuts, cashews, or dried apricots.
For a deeper colorCustomise
You can add a bit more yellow food color or a pinch of saffron soaked in milk.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

Cooking tipUse Room Temperature Milk to
Use room temperature milk to prevent curdling when added to the hot semolina.
Flavour tipRoast Semolina on Medium
Low flame for even cooking and to develop a good aroma without burning.
Cooking tipStir Continuously and Vigorously After Adding the Egg
Milk mixture to prevent lumps and ensure the eggs cook evenly.
Flavour tipAdd Khoya on Low Flame
Add khoya on low flame and mix gently to maintain its texture and prevent it from melting completely, which adds a creamy and rich flavor.
Flavour tipThe Longer You Bhunai (roast) the Halwa
The more granular and flavorful it will become, and the ghee will separate nicely.

Andon aur Sooji ka Halwa (Egg and Semolina Halwa) – Traditional Pakistani Sweet

25 mins

Pakistani

5 min

20 min

4-6 People

~750 kcal

Main Ingredients

Prepare Egg Mixture

Heat Ghee and Roast Semolina

Combine and Cook Halwa Base

Add Sugar and Cardamom

Add Food Color and Bhunai (Roast)

Incorporate Khoya (Optional)

Add Nuts and Final Mix

Serve

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