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Pressure Cooker Gajar Ka Halwa | गाजर हलवा बनाने का सबसे आसान तरीका | Kunal Kapur Winter Recipes

Chef Kunal Kapur Desserts & Sweets 40 Mins 4 Servings 219.5K views Dec 13, 2024
🤚 Winter Special Punjabi Carrot Halwa! Gajar ka Halwa sabko pasand hai lekin banane mein nani yaad ajati hai. Aaj ki special recipe ke baad, Gajar ka Halwa banega jhatpat aur utna hi delicious. Toj dekhiye ye quick Gajar Halwa recipe and make it for your loved ones in this winter season.

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

Main Ingredients

  • Carrots (गाजर): 1.25 kg
  • Ghee (घी): 3 tbsp
  • Full Fat Milk (दूध): 1 cup / 250 ml
  • Sugar (चीनी): 1 cup / 200 gms
  • Cardamom Powder (इलाइची पाउडर): 1 tsp
  • Assorted Nuts, chopped (ड्राई फ्रूट्स): Handful
  • Khoya, grated (खोया): 150 gms

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

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    Ingredients
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    Carrots (गाजर): 1.25 kg
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    Ghee (घी): 3 tbsp
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    Full Fat Milk (दूध): 1 cup / 250 ml
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    Sugar (चीनी): 1 cup / 200 gms
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    Cardamom Powder (इलाइची पाउडर): 1 tsp
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    Assorted Nuts, chopped (ड्राई फ्रूट्स): Handful
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    Khoya, grated (खोया): 150 gms
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Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

For traditional Indian sweets and halwas, always roast nuts and aromatics in pure desi ghee over a gentle flame. If reducing milk for kheer or rabri, use a heavy-bottomed kadhai and scrape the sides regularly to develop rich, caramelized creaminess.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Pressure Cooker Gajar Ka Halwa?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.