Most Delicious Makhandi Halwa Recipe

Ready in

40 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

25 min

Serving

4-6 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~500 kcal
Recipe by KITCHEN KUNJ on YouTube
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For Frying & Garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare Semolina Mixture

    Place 1 bowl of sooji (semolina) into a bowl. Add 1.5 bowls of milk and mix well. Let it soak for at least to soften.

  2. Fry Nuts and Raisins

    Heat 1/2 cup of ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds, chopped pistachios, and raisins. Fry until they turn golden brown and the raisins plump up, about . Remove the fried nuts and raisins from the pan and set aside, leaving the remaining ghee in the pan.

  3. Caramelize Sugar

    In the same pan with the remaining ghee, add 1 bowl of sugar. Stir continuously on medium-low heat until the sugar melts completely and to a rich golden-brown color. This should take about . Be careful not to burn the sugar.

  4. Cook Halwa

    Carefully add the soaked sooji-milk mixture to the sugar. Stir continuously to combine everything. Continue cooking on medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the halwa thickens, the liquid evaporates, and it starts to leave the sides of the pan, about .

  5. Add Flavor and Nuts

    Stir in 1/2 tsp of cardamom powder and most of the fried nuts and raisins (reserve some for garnish). Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.

  6. Serve Makhandi Halwa

    Transfer the hot Makhandi Halwa to a serving dish. Garnish with the remaining fried nuts and serve warm.

Before You Cook

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  • No Milk?

    • Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
    • 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)

  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)

  • No Ghee?

    • Unsalted butter (1:1)
    • Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy and nuts.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add a pinch of saffronCustomise

    Add a pinch of saffron soaked in warm milk for added flavor and color.

  • Incorporate other dried fruits like

    Incorporate other dried fruits like chopped dates or apricots.

  • Serve with a scoop of

    Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Cooking tipEnsure Continuous Stirring While Caramelizing

    Ensure continuous stirring while caramelizing sugar to prevent burning.

  • TipAdjust the Amount of Ghee

    Adjust the amount of ghee according to your preference for richness.

  • PreparationSoaking the Sooji in Milk

    Soaking the sooji in milk helps achieve a softer and more granular texture.

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