South Asia — Muslim traditions
Nashpati Halwa
Pears, raisins and khoya come together in this South Asian halwa, flavoured with cardamom and cooked in a pan. Finish with almond slices, pistachio slices and fried raisins.
1 hr 5 min · Serves 2 · Medium
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Ingredients
Decoration
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 25 min · Cook 40 min · 65 min total
- medium
- 1
Peel and grate pears. Heat ghee in a heavy bottomed saucepan. Add raisins. Fry lightly for 2 minutes.
- 2
Remove from ghee. Keep aside. Add khoya and saute lightly. Remove and keep aside. Add grated pears.
- 3
Saute on medium heat for 5 minutes. Add milk, khoya and sugar to pears. Stir well. Cook till the mixture becomes dry.
- 4
Sprinkle cardamom powder. Stir well. Serve hot. Garnish with almond slices, pistachio slices and fried raisins.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.
