Carrot Beet Halwa

This variation of the traditional Indian sweet, ‘Gajar ka halwa’ is ideal for festive occasions. It has some paneer as well to give a protein boost.

Ingredients:

Boil the grated carrots in 6 cups water for 5 minutes and drain the water.
In a pressure cooker, heat ghee and sauté drained grated carrots and grated beetroot continuously for 5 minutes on low flame.
Add 2Tbsp of toned milk, stir well and pressure cook till 1 whistle.
In another pan, heat oil and add crumbled paneer and add 1Tbsp sugar. Stir continuously and cook till it becomes granulated.
Add the granulated paneer to the cooked carrot and beet. Stir well and cook for 7-10 minutes.
After cooking for 10 minutes, add remaining sugar and lightly powdered badam and finely powdered elaichi to the above. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes.
Serve hot.