If you’re looking to make an authentic Nepali sweet dish, look no further than suji ko halwa. This traditional and popular dessert is made from semolina flour (suji) and ghee, which gives it its unique flavor and texture. The addition of cardamom adds a special flavor note that will have your friends asking for more! It's easy to make and can easily be enjoyed as a snack or dessert anytime. Read on for the recipe to learn how to make this delicious sweet dish – perfect for treating your family and friends.
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- 1 cup of Suji
- 1/3 cup of Ghee
- More than half a cup of sugar
- 10 to 15 cashews
- 10 to 15 raisins
- 5 cardamom pods
- 3 to 4 almonds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons of grated coconut (optional)
1. Heat the pan and add ghee into the hot pan. Allow it to heat up before adding the suji, making sure to stir constantly.
2. Keep stirring until the suji turns brown in color, and then add in the sugar, stirring well again.
3. Now pour in the water and stir until all of the ingredients have been amalgamated.
4. Add in the cashews, raisins, almonds and cardamom pods, stirring continuously to make sure everything is mixed evenly.
5. Keep stirring until you get a thick mixture that has come together into one mass - this should take around 15 minutes.
6. Once your halwa is ready, transfer it onto a plate or bowl and let it cool slightly before serving.
Suji ko Halwa is an easy-to-make Nepali sweet dish that makes for a delightful snack or dessert anytime! With its rich flavor from ghee and suji along with the addition of cardamom and other ingredients, it’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So go ahead and give this recipe a try – you won’t regret it!