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Gajar Halwa Instant Pot Recipe

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Description

Gajar halwa, also known as carrot halwa or gajrela, is a traditional North Indian sweet dish made with grated carrots, milk, sugar and a variety of spices. It is very popular in India and is served during festivals and special occasions. In this version, the gajar halwa is cooked in an Instant Pot, which makes it easy and convenient to prepare. The Instant Pot also helps to retain the flavor and texture of the carrots and allows them to cook evenly without burning or sticking to the pot.

Prep Time

This recipe requires approximately 10 minutes of prep time. You will need to grate the carrots, measure out the ingredients and prepare the Instant Pot.

Cook Time

Cooking time for this Instant Pot gajar halwa recipe is approximately 25 minutes. The carrots will cook in the Instant Pot for about 20 minutes, and then you will need to sauté the mixture for an additional 5 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • 1 teaspoon almond slivers
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron strands

Instructions

  1. Place the butter in the Instant Pot and turn it on to the sauté setting.
  2. Once the butter has melted, add the grated carrots and stir to combine.
  3. Add the condensed milk, sugar, cardamom powder, almond slivers and saffron strands and stir to combine.
  4. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and turn it to the ‘Manual’ setting. Set the timer to 20 minutes.
  5. When the timer is done, release the pressure and open the lid.
  6. Turn the Instant Pot to the sauté setting and let the gajar halwa cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
  7. Turn off the Instant Pot and let the gajar halwa cool before serving.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Grater
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Notes

This recipe can also be made in a saucepan on the stovetop. To do this, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the grated carrots, condensed milk, sugar, cardamom powder, almond slivers and saffron strands, and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring often, until the carrots are cooked through and the mixture is thick and creamy. This should take about 25 minutes.

Nutrition: Per Serving

  • Calories: 200 kcal
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Sugar: 14 g

Recipe Tips

  • If you prefer a less sweet gajar halwa, you can reduce the amount of sugar used.
  • You can also add other spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg to the recipe.
  • For an extra nutty flavor, you can add some chopped cashews or other nuts to the gajar halwa.
  • If you don’t have an Instant Pot, you can use a slow cooker or a pressure cooker to make this recipe.
  • If you’re vegan, you can substitute the butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.

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