GAJAR HALVA (CARROT PUDDING - AN INDIAN DESSERT)

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This is my favorite dessert to make when cooking Indian food. The sweet & creamy taste is a delicious end to a hot & spicy meal. I posted this recipe in 2004 and can't believe that here it is 2007 and no one has yet ventured trying it! Go Ahead, it's really delicious!!! :)

Provided by - Carla -

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium carrots, shredded
2 cups half-and-half
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted pistachios or 1/4 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Heat carrots and half-and-half to boiling in saucepan; reduce heat.
  • Simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, until all the half & half is absorbed, about 45 minutes.
  • Stir in the brown sugar, raisins, butter, cardamom and salt.
  • Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until all of the brown sugar is dissolved and the mixture is of your desired consistency, (pudding-like) about 15 minutes.
  • Garnish with pistachios or slivered almonds.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.2, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 50.2, Sodium 246.3, Carbohydrate 38.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 28.4, Protein 4.5

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