Suji Halwa – Indian Dessert

Ready in

25 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal
Recipe by My Food My Life on YouTube
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Heat Ghee and Roast Semolina

    Add 1/8 cup of ghee to a pan and heat it. Once the ghee is warm, add 1/2 cup of semolina (suji) to the pan. Begin roasting the semolina on a low flame, stirring continuously.

  2. Add More Ghee and Prepare Sugar Syrup

    After a short while of roasting, add 2 more tablespoons of ghee to the semolina. In a separate pot, combine 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of sugar. Add 3 crushed cardamom pods and a few saffron strands to the sugar water. Place this pot on another burner and bring it to a boil until the sugar completely dissolves.

  3. Add Wheat Flour and Continue Roasting

    Add 2 tablespoons of wheat flour to the semolina mixture. Continue roasting the semolina and flour mixture on a low to medium flame, stirring constantly, until it turns a light reddish-brown color and releases a fragrant aroma. This step takes about .

  4. Add Dry Fruits

    Once the semolina is well roasted and you see ghee starting to separate, turn off the gas. Add 1/4 cup of mixed dry fruits (such as almonds, cashews, and walnuts) to the hot semolina mixture and stir them in.

  5. Incorporate Sugar Syrup

    Carefully pour the hot sugar syrup into the semolina and dry fruit mixture, stirring continuously. Add the syrup gradually to avoid excessive splattering. Continue mixing until all the syrup is incorporated.

  6. Cook Until Water is Absorbed

    Keep the flame on low to medium. Continue stirring until the semolina absorbs all the water, the halwa thickens, and ghee starts to separate from the sides of the pan. This usually takes about .

  7. Serve Halwa

    Once the halwa has absorbed all the liquid and has a proper consistency, turn off the gas. Your Suji Halwa is ready to be served hot.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
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  • No Ghee?

    • Unsalted butter (1:1)
    • Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)

  • No Saffron?

    • 1/4 tsp turmeric (color only, no flavor match)
    • 1/2 tsp safflower threads
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy and nuts.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add different types of dryCustomise

    Add different types of dry fruits like pistachios or raisins.

  • Substitute water with milk for a creamier halwaIngredient swap
  • Add a pinch of nutmegCustomise

    Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for a different aromatic profile.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Flavour tipRoast the Semolina on a Low Flame

    Stirring continuously, to ensure even browning and prevent burning.

  • TipBe Very Careful When Adding

    Be very careful when adding the hot sugar syrup to the semolina mixture, as it will splatter.

  • Flavour tipFor an Extra Rich Flavor

    You can add a tablespoon of ghee on top just before serving.

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