By Rajan Bhattacharya
July 15, 2024
Sooji ka Halwa is a delightful Indian dessert made from semolina, ghee, and sugar. This rich and aromatic dish is perfect for festive occasions or a sweet treat anytime.
1 cup semolina (rava or sooji) 1/2 cup ghee 1/2 cup of warm milk 1 cup of sugar 1 tbsp. chopped raisins (kismis) 1 tbsp. chopped cashewnuts (kaju) 1 tsp. cardamom (elaichi) powder
1/2 tsp. cardamom (elaichi) powder 1 tbsp. raisins (kismis) 1/2 tbsp. chopped cashewnuts (kaju)
Heat the ghee in a broad, non-stick pan. Add the semolina and sauté on a slow flame for 6 to 8 minutes.
Add the milk and 2½ cups of hot water. Mix well and cook for 1 to 2 minutes while stirring continuously.
Add the sugar, raisins, and cashewnuts. Cover and cook on a slow flame for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cardamom powder and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute. Serve immediately, garnished with cardamom powder, raisins, and cashewnuts.