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Potato Halwa Sweet

Name: Potato Halwa Sweet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 People
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 500 grams (boiled and mashed) Potatoes; 1/4 cup Cooking oil; 1/2 cup Sugar powder; 3 tablespoons (sliced) Almonds; 2 tablespoons Tutti frutti

Recipe by Food Recipes

Ready in35 min
Prep15 min
Cook20 min
CuisineIndian · South Asian
Serves4 People
DifficultyEasy
Calories~500 kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

500 grams (boiled and mashed)Potatoes
1/4 cupCooking oil
1/2 cupSugar powder
3 tablespoons (sliced)Almonds
2 tablespoonsTutti frutti

Step-by-Step Instructions

1.Prepare Potatoes
Boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them well in a bowl using a potato masher or fork.
2.Heat Oil
Add cooking oil to a frying pan and heat it well over medium heat.
3.Cook Mashed Potatoes
Add the mashed potatoes to the hot oil in the frying pan. Cook them, stirring continuously with a spatula, until they turn light brown and slightly separated, which should take about 10-15 minutes.
4.Add Sugar Powder
Once the potatoes have turned light brown, add the sugar powder to the pan.
5.Mix and Cook
Mix the sugar powder thoroughly with the potatoes. Continue to cook for another 4 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully incorporated and the mixture thickens.
6.Add Almonds and Tutti Frutti
Add 2 tablespoons of sliced almonds and 2 tablespoons of tutti frutti to the halwa. Mix them in well.
7.Final Cooking
Continue to cook and mix for another 2-3 minutes until all ingredients are well combined and the halwa reaches a desired consistency. Turn off the flame.
8.Serve Halwa
Dish out the potato halwa onto a serving plate.
9.Garnish
Garnish the potato halwa with the remaining sliced almonds before serving.

Ready in

35 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Asian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~500 kcal

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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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Prepare Potatoes
Boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them well in a bowl using a potato masher or fork.
Heat Oil
Add cooking oil to a frying pan and heat it well over medium heat.
Cook Mashed Potatoes
Add the mashed potatoes to the hot oil in the frying pan. Cook them, stirring continuously with a spatula, until they turn light brown and slightly separated, which should take about .
Add Sugar Powder
Once the potatoes have turned light brown, add the sugar powder to the pan.
Mix and Cook
Mix the sugar powder thoroughly with the potatoes. Continue to cook for another , stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully incorporated and the mixture thickens.
Add Almonds and Tutti Frutti
Add 2 tablespoons of sliced almonds and 2 tablespoons of tutti frutti to the halwa. Mix them in well.
Final Cooking
Continue to cook and mix for another until all ingredients are well combined and the halwa reaches a desired consistency. Turn off the flame.
Serve Halwa
Dish out the potato halwa onto a serving plate.
Garnish
Garnish the potato halwa with the remaining sliced almonds before serving.

Before You Cook

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AllergensThis recipe contains tree nuts.

Tree Nuts

Variations

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Add a pinch of saffronCustomise
Add a pinch of saffron for color and aroma.
Incorporate a small amount of
Incorporate a small amount of milk powder for a richer taste.
Use ghee instead of cookingIngredient swap
Use ghee instead of cooking oil for a more traditional flavor.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

TipEnsure Potatoes Are Mashed Thoroughly
Ensure potatoes are mashed thoroughly for a smooth halwa.
TipAdjust Sugar Quantity According to Your Preference
TipCook the Potatoes on Medium
Cook the potatoes on medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even browning.
Flavour tipYou Can Add Cardamom Powder for Extra Flavor
TipGarnish with Other Nuts Like
Garnish with other nuts like pistachios or cashews if desired.