Gajar ka halwa, otherwise known as gajrela, is a Pakistani dessert. This immensely popular and super delicious classic Pakistani sweet is traditionally served at weddings and special occasions. This showstopper dessert never fails to impress. Garnish with chopped nuts and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream!

Carrot halwa, otherwise known as gajar ka halwa, is a classic Pakistani dessert popular for special occasions, especially weddings. Grated carrots are sweetened and boiled in ghee and milk. Gajar halwa recipe is an all-time favourite. This gajar ka halwa recipe is a rich and creamy Pakistani dessert with the goodness of milk, nuts and the natural sweetness of carrots. Serve carrot gajrela warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Gajar Ka Halwa

This immensely popular and super delicious classic Pakistani sweet is traditionally served at weddings and special occasions. Garnish with chopped nuts and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 339kcal

Ingredients

• 1 kg Carrots peeled and grated
• 120 g Sugar
• 200 ml Milk
• 50 g Butter
• Nuts, e.g. cashews, almonds, pistachios optional

Instructions

• In a saucepan melt the butter on low heat until completely melted
• Add the grated carrots then cook on medium heat for 15-17 minutes until softened, ensuring that you stir every few minutes so that the carrots do not stick to the pan
• Pour in the milk then reduce the heat to low before covering with a lid and cook for 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes
• Add the sugar and cook for 2-3 minutes
• Add your preferred chopped nuts to the mixture
• Your gajar ka halwa is ready!

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Nutrition

Calories: 339kcal