Ingredients and Weight:
- Gram flour (besan): 300 grams
- Ghee (clarified butter): 150 grams
- Sugar: 250 grams
- Water: 1 cup
- Milk: 1/2 cup
- Raisins: 50 grams (optional)
- Pistachios or almonds, chopped: 50 grams (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
- Total: 1 hour
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt the ghee on medium heat.
- Add the gram flour and stir continuously to make a smooth paste without any lumps.
- Gradually add water and milk while stirring continuously.
- When the mixture starts to thicken, add sugar and stir until it fully dissolves.
- Add the raisins and chopped pistachios or almonds (if using) and mix well.
- Lower the heat and cook until the halwa becomes a soft, sweet, and creamy texture.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- A traditional Indian dessert, the Besan Halwa is rich, sweet, and creamy with a unique flavor from gram flour.
- The addition of ghee gives it a rich and buttery texture while the milk adds creaminess and a hint of milkiness.
- Optional ingredients like raisins and chopped pistachios provide additional flavor and texture to the dish.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent Indian dessert! The combination of gram flour and ghee creates a unique and delicious texture."
- "I love the creamy sweetness of this dessert. The addition of raisins and pistachios takes it to another level."
- "This is a great dish to introduce Indian flavors to my family. Everyone loves it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed pan to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Stir continuously to avoid lumps in the gram flour mixture.
- Adjust the sugar quantity based on your preference for sweetness.
- You can add other dried fruits or nuts like walnuts or almonds as per preference.
