Recipe: Badam Ka Halwa

A classic Indian sweet popular at sweet stalls. A very special dessert prepared during special occasions and celebrations.

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1. Soak 1.5 cups california almonds in water overnight. next day, peel them and keep aside.

2. Put the peeled california almonds in an electric chopper and chop to a coarse mixture.

3. Heat 1/2 cup ghee in a non-stick pan. add 1/3 cup sooji / rava / semolina and roast till light golden and fragrant.

4. Add the almond mixture and mix well. roast till the mixture turns light golden and fragrant.

5. Add 1 cup water and mix well. add a large pinch of saffron and mix.

4. Add 1 cup milk, mix and cook till the mixture thickens. add ½ cup water, mix and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Add 1.25 cups castor sugar, mix and cook till the sugar melts and the mixture thickens. stirring occasionally.

6. Drizzle 2 tbsp ghee on the sides of the pan, mix and take the pan off the heat.

7. Transfer the badam ka halwa in a serving bowl. serve hot garnished with slivered california almonds.