Traditional Mangalorean Ash Gourd HalwaVeg
Delight your taste buds with this authentic Kashi Halwa, a classic sweet treat from Mangalorean cuisine. Crafted from fresh ash gourd, this vibrant dessert offers a unique texture and a rich, aromatic flavor profile. It is the perfect choice for festive occasions or a quick, indulgent after-meal dessert. The preparation is straightforward, resulting in a luscious, ghee-infused delicacy that is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. This is very tasty food.
Ingredients
3 cup Ash Gourd
1 cup Sugar
2 tbsp Clarified Butter (Ghee)
1 tsp Cardamom Powder
handful Cashew Nuts (Chopped)
handful Raisins (Chopped)
Yellow Food Coloring
Instructions
1
Heat a little ghee in a pan and roast the cashew nuts until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
2
In the same pan, roast the raisins until they plump up. Remove and set aside.
3
Wash the ash gourd, remove the seeds, and grate the white flesh, discarding the outer green layer.
4
Place the grated ash gourd in a sieve to drain excess water, but do not squeeze it too dry as some moisture is needed for cooking.
5
Transfer the grated vegetable to a pan and sauté over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes until tender.
6
Add the sugar and stir until it completely dissolves.
7
Stir in the cardamom powder and one tablespoon of ghee.
8
Add the yellow food coloring if desired and mix until well incorporated.
9
Fold in the roasted cashews and raisins
10
Finish by adding an additional tablespoon of ghee, stir well, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings per recipe
