Lauki Halwa (Bottle Gourd Halwa)

Name: Lauki Halwa (Bottle Gourd Halwa)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 500 g lauki; 500 ml whole milk; 4 tbsp ghee; 100 g sugar; 1/2 tsp cardamom powder; 2 tbsp chopped nuts; pinch saffron strands

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings
4
Calories
338 kcal
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
Indian

Lauki Halwa (Bottle Gourd Halwa)

Iris Warren

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This traditional dessert showcases the perfect blend of sweetness and richness. Made with a popular vegetable, this dish is flavored with aromatic spices and nuts, creating a delightful treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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Ingredients

Servings

500 g lauki peeled and grated
500 ml whole milk
4 tbsp ghee
100 g sugar
1/2 tsp cardamom powder
2 tbsp chopped nuts Almonds, Cashews, Pistachios
pinch saffron strands soaked in 1 tbsp warm milk

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Instructions

In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee over medium heat.
Add the grated lauki and sauté until it softens and the moisture evaporates, about 15-20 minutes.
In another pan, heat the milk and let it simmer until it reduces to half its volume.
Once the milk has reduced, add it to the cooked lauki. Stir well and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Add sugar and cardamom powder to the mixture. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely.
In a separate small pan, heat the remaining ghee and roast the chopped nuts until they turn golden brown.
Add the roasted nuts and saffron-soaked milk to the halwa mixture. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.
Lauki Halwa is ready to serve. Garnish with more chopped nuts if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavour, you can also add a few drops of rose water or kewra water.
Adjust the sugar quantity according to your taste preference.
Lauki Halwa can be served warm or cold, as per your preference.
Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 338kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 54mg (18%) Sodium 50mg (2%) Potassium 219mg (6%) Fiber 0.4g (2%) Sugar 31g (62%) Vitamin A 210IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Vitamin D 1µg Calcium 165mg (17%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 338 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	338kcal	17%
Carbohydrates	32g	11%
Protein	5g	10%
Fat	22g	34%
Saturated Fat	12g	60%
Cholesterol	54mg	18%
Sodium	50mg	2%
Potassium	219mg	5%
Fiber	0.4g	2%
Sugar	31g	62%
Vitamin A	210IU	4%
Vitamin C	0.1mg	0%
Vitamin D	1µg	5%
Calcium	165mg	17%
Iron	0.2mg	1%