Sweet Potato Halwa - Shakarkandi Halwa

Navratri special Sweet Potato Halwa made with saffron milk, ghee, cardamom & nuts. A melt-in-mouth festive Indian dessert.

Recipe Source Link:https://www.mygingergarlickitchen.com/sweet-potato-halwa-shakarkandi-halwa/

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» For Sweet Potato Halwa

• 1 large sweet potato (about 500 g)
• 3 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
• ½ cup milk, soaked with a few saffron strands
• ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp cardamom powder
• 8-10 cashews
• 2 tablespoons raisins
• Sliced pistachios and dried rose petals for garnishing

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» How to Make Sweet Potato Halwa

1. Cut the sweet potato into 4-5 inch chunks. To steam, add water to a pan, then place a steamer on it. Put the steamer basket in the bottom of the pot and cover. Place the sweet potato chunks in the basket.
2. Cover with a lid, and steam for 7-8 minutes or until tender. **TIP:** Alternatively, you can boil the sweet potato in a pan or pressure cooker. Once done, remove the sweet potatoes from the steamer basket and transfer them to a plate. Let them cool slightly. Peel off the skin and mash the sweet potatoes smoothly with a fork or potato masher. This will make about 2 cups of sweet potato mash. You can also process it in a food processor to get a smooth mash.
3. Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a pan. Fry cashews for 1 minute, then add raisins and fry until golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the mashed sweet potatoes and sauté for 5-6 minutes on medium heat until aromatic. Add saffron-soaked milk and cook while stirring until the mixture thickens.
5. Stir in sugar and continue cooking until the halwa leaves the sides of the pan. Then add 1 tablespoon ghee and mix again. Cook for 2 more minutes.
6. Add cardamom powder, fried cashews, and raisins, and mix well. Once done, remove from the pan and transfer to a serving dish.
7. Garnish with sliced pistachios, dried rose petals, and serve warm. Enjoy this delicious, melt-in-mouth halwa!

RECIPE NOTES

1. If you are vegan or want a lighter version, then you can use water for making this water.
2. If you want a halwa to be naturally sweet, then you can skip sweetener. Just use the starchy sweet potatoes for the best texture and flavor.