Discover the art of How To Make Sooji Ka Halwa, a delightful Pakistani and Indian dessert crafted from semolina. Unveil the simplicity of this classic recipe, requiring only six ingredients and a mere 15 minutes of your time!
WHAT IS SOOJI KA HALWA?
Come along on a cooking adventure as we discover How To Make Sooji Ka Halwa! This delicious dessert, made from semolina (called sooji), is sweet, comforting, and popular in Pakistan. Originally from India, it has since become a favorite in Pakistani recipes.
My selective Papa once gave me the ultimate compliment, saying, "You make the best Sooji Ka Halwa in the world." Coming from someone with such a discerning palate, this praise means everything to me.
Sooji Ka Halwa is a classic Pakistani dessert recipe that’s surprisingly easy to make, using only 6 ingredients. It joins other straightforward desserts like Zarda and Meethi Seviyaan.
While some recipes can result in a lumpy texture, this reliable recipe promises a smooth, velvety consistency. The carefully measured water not only prevents lumps but also keeps the texture just right, even after chilling and reheating.
WHICH SOOJI TO USE FOR SOOJI KA HALWA?
Opt for coarse semolina in preparing your Halwa, as using fine semolina may result in a sticky consistency. Aim for a smooth texture to enhance both the taste and overall experience of your halwa.
INGREDIENTS
- Semolina- Opt always for coarse semolina as stated above.
- Sugar- I always use regular sugar but you can stevia or Splenda for a low-fat version of this recipe.
- Food coloring- I always use orange food coloring.
- Butter- I use salted butter but you can subtitute ghee instead of butter.
- Water- Just use regular tap or filtered water.
- Green Cardamoms- When adding them be sure to cut it open.
HOW TO MAKE THE PERFECT SOOJI KA HALWA?
Water, sugar, and green cardamom to a pot.
When it comes to a boil add food coloring.
Now in a separate skillet or fry pan, add semolina and let it turn golden.
When it turns golden add butter.
Now add the sugar mixture to the skillet or fry pan with your semolina.
Stir constantly until thick bubbles comes.
Garnish with pistachios.
Serve it hot.
Enjoy!
3 USEFUL TIPS
- To make the authentic Pakistani way and to avoid stickiness in your halwa only use course Semolina.
- Stirring constantly as the Semolina turns golden.
- Don't turn off the heat until you see thick bubbles in your Halwa.
HOW TO SERVE IT?
Serve it with a hot, serve it for breakfast with a hot Puri and of course, It can beeaten as a dessert.
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How to Make Sooji Ka Halwa
Ingredients
- ½ cup fine semolina sooji
- 1 cup sugar
- a pinch of orange food coloring
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 3 cups water
- 5 green cardamoms cut open
Instructions
Make the sugar mixture
- Add water, sugar, and green cardamoms to a saucepan on medium heat and bring it to a boil.
- Wait until the sugar dissolves before moving to the next step.
- Add food coloring and turn the stove to low after giving it a quick mix.
Sooji Halwa
- In a fry pan, wok, or a skillet on medium heat, add semolina.
- Stir continuously on medium heat stir until golden. (make sure your semolina is not turning black.
- As soon the semolina turns golden add melted butter and stir constantly. (I have shown this step in detail in the video.)
- Now sugar mixture to your semolina and melted butter.
- Let it cook stir constantly.
- When you see thick bubble.
- Give it a quick mix.
- Garish with pistachios, serve it hot.
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