Beetroot Halwa recipe

 Beetroot halwa, also known as "beetroot gajar ka halwa," is a delicious Indian dessert made from grated beetroot, milk, and sugar. It's a colorful and flavorful sweet treat. Here's a simple recipe to make beetroot halwa:

How to prepare. 

Beetroot Halwa recipe 

Ingredients:

➤2 cups grated beetroot (about 2 medium-sized beetroots)

➤2 cups full-fat milk

➤1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)

➤2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)

➤1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder

➤A handful of chopped nuts (cashews, almonds, and pistachios)

➤A pinch of saffron strands (optional)

➤1-2 tablespoons khoya (mawa) or condensed milk (optional)

➤A few strands of saffron for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Wash, peel, and grate the beetroots using a fine grater.

2. In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee over medium heat.

3. Add the grated beetroot to the pan and sauté for a few minutes. Cook the beetroot until it becomes          soft and loses its raw smell. Stir occasionally.

4. In a separate pan, heat the milk over low to medium heat. You can add a pinch of saffron strands to        the milk to infuse flavor and color. Let the milk simmer until it reduces to about half its original              volume, stirring occasionally.

5. Once the milk has reduced, add it to the pan with the cooked beetroot and stir well.

6. Continue to cook the mixture over low heat, allowing the beetroot to absorb the milk. Keep stirring         to   prevent sticking or burning.

7. After the beetroot has absorbed most of the milk and the mixture thickens, add the sugar and                  continue   to cook. The sugar will release some moisture, so keep stirring.

8. You can also add khoya (mawa) or condensed milk at this stage if you prefer a richer and creamier           texture.

9. Cook until the halwa reaches your desired consistency. It should be soft, and the ghee should start to       separate from the mixture.

10. Add cardamom powder and mix well.

11. In a separate small pan, roast the chopped nuts in ghee until they turn golden. You can also add                these nuts to the halwa or use them as a garnish.

12. Garnish the beetroot halwa with saffron strands or more chopped nuts if desired.

13. Serve the beetroot halwa warm or at room temperature. It can be enjoyed as is or with a scoop of             vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Beetroot halwa is a delightful and vibrant dessert that offers a unique twist on the classic gajar ka halwa (carrot halwa). Enjoy its sweet and earthy flavors!