Almond Halwa
A rich, fragrant Indian dessert made with ground almonds, sugar, and cardamom, garnished with pistachios. Ready in about 20 minutes, this halwa is perfect for a sweet treat or festive occasion.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Soak the 1 cup almonds in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain and peel off the skins. Blend with 0.5 cup water into a smooth paste.
Step 2
Heat the 3 tbsp ghee in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the almond paste and cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens and turns aromatic, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the 0.5 cup sugar and 0.5 tsp cardamom powder. Stir well and cook until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes together, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4
Cook until the halwa leaves the sides of the pan and turns glossy, about 2-3 more minutes. It should be thick and paste-like.
Step 5
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with the 2 tbsp chopped pistachios. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- blender
- non-stick pan
- spatula
- bowl
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