Karachi Halwa II

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 1

Indulge in the Sweet Flavors of Karachi Halwa II

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

500

Sugar

50g

Fat

10g

Karachi Halwa II is a popular sweet dish in Pakistan and India, especially during festivals and celebrations. It is a cousin of the famous Soojikahalwa. This dessert is rich and creamy, and melts in your mouth. It is made from arrowroot flour, which is a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour. This dessert is easy to make and requires very few ingredients. Karachi Halwa II is garnished with fried almonds and pistachios, which add a nice crunch and texture to the dish. It is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings and indulging in the rich flavors of Pakistan and India.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix the arrowroot with enough water to make a paste.
2.	In a wok, heat ghee until hot and add the almond and pistachios to fry them for 10 to 15 seconds. Remove and place them on a paper towel.
3.	In the same wok, add caster sugar with equal amount of water. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves.
4.	Add the arrowroot paste to the sugar syrup and stir well.
5.	Add food coloring and lime juice.
6.	Keep stirring on medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until a thick, translucent mass is formed and the mixture begins to leave the sides of the wok.
7.	Pour the mixture onto a greased plate and garnish with fried almonds and pistachios.
8.	Let it cool for an hour or two, then cut into pieces and serve.

PROS

Karachi Halwa II is a rich, sweet dessert that will satisfy your sweet cravings.

It is easy to make and can be stored for a week in an airtight container.

Arrowroot flour is a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour which makes it a perfect dessert for those with gluten intolerance.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is not recommended for individuals with diabetes or those who are trying to lose weight.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds and pistachios are a good source of healthy fat and protein, making this dessert a good option for a post-workout snack.
Arrowroot flour is low in calories and high in carbohydrates which provides energy to the body.

	500 g caster sugar
	115 g arrowroot
	3 -5 drops yellow food coloring
	2 teaspoons lime juice
	ghee , as required
	60 g almonds
	30 pistachios