Pumpkin Halwa or Kaddu Ka halwa is a North Indian dessert which is typically cooked during the festivals or fasting days. This halwa is very simple to make. Even pumpkin haters will love this halwa as it is almost impossible for anyone to guess that the halwa is made from pumpkin. An addition of jaggery to this halwa can be altered depending on the sweetness of the pumpkin. If your kids or any family member does not like pumpkin, make this yummy halwa and serve. They will surely love it.
Did you know – Pumpkins are a powerhouse of nutrition. They promote eye health as they are rich in vitamin A, lower blood pressure, promote heart health and boost immunity. Add pumpkin to your diet and reap the health benefits.
Every year with the advent of winter, we see jaggery taking over the market. And why not ? Jaggery has this magical property to keep your body warm from within. We all know that “Gur” is a nutritious and healthy alternative to sugar. Gur or jaggery gives it a unique flavour and is known to be super-healthy for your body.
This natural-sweetener is known to provide relief from the pollution and the side effects of toxic air. It cleanses the system from within and with its anti-allergic properties, gur or jaggery can provide relief from all types of respiratory diseases.
Ingredients :
Grated pumpkin – 1 medium size (1 & 1/2 cups)
Grated jaggery – 1/2 cup
Ghee – 4 tbsp
Fennel seeds – 1/2 tbsp
A pinch of salt
Method :
- Heat ghee (3 tbsp) in a nonstick deep kadhai and add grated pumpkin. Cook till all the water dries up on a low flame for 5-8 minutes.
- Then add grated jaggery and then lower the flame.
- Cook the mixture on a low flame and keep on stirring in between.
- Stir continuously and cook until almost moisture is evaporated until mixture turns thick. It takes 5-6 minutes.
- Then finally add fennel seeds, salt and ghee (1 tbsp). Mix it well and serve.
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