Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Roast Besan and Rava

   In a large kadai, take 1 cup besan and 2 tbsp rava (suji). Roast on low flame for 5 minutes until it turns aromatic.

2. 2.Add Ghee and Continue Roasting

   Add 1/2 cup ghee and mix well. Keep roasting on low flame for 5 minutes until it changes colour and turns aromatic.

3. 3.Incorporate Milk

   Add 2 tbsp milk (room temperature) and mix well. The mixture will turn frothy and grainy. Continue cooking for 2 minutes.

4. 4.Add Sugar and Spices

   Add 1/2 cup sugar and mix well. The sugar will caramelize, giving a nice colour. Then, add a few strands of saffron, a pinch of saffron food colour, and 1/4 tsp cardamom powder. Mix well to combine.

5. 5.Cook with Hot Water

   Add 1 cup hot water in batches, stirring continuously. The besan will absorb the water and the mixture will thicken. Continue stirring until the water is well absorbed and it forms a soft halwa.

6. 6.Prepare Fried Nuts

   In a small pan, heat 2 tbsp ghee. Add 2 tbsp cashew, 2 tbsp almonds, and 2 tbsp raisins. Roast on low flame until golden brown and crunchy.

7. 7.Combine and Serve

   Add the fried nuts to the halwa and mix well until well combined. Serve the instant halwa hot, garnished with more fried nuts if desired.