Karachi halwa is a chewy Indian dessert loaded with the goodness of almonds, pistachios and other dry fruits.

Chef: Mannat Khana

Recipe Servings: 3

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 01 Hour

Total Cook Time: 01 Hour 15 Minutes

Difficulty Level: Medium

Ingredients

  • Water
  • 500 gm caster sugar
  • 115 gm arrowroot
  • 3-5 drops yellow food coloring
  • 2 tsp lime juice
  • ghee as required
  • 60 gm almonds
  • 30 pistachios

Procedure

  • Dissolve the sugar in 3 cups of water. Stir and boil for 5 minutes.
  • Strain through a sieve lined with muslin cloth.
  • Mix arrowroot powder with sugar syrup.
  • Add 5 cups cold water to make a thin paste.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture turns into one lump-less lump.
  • Add lime juice. Stir away.
  • When the mixture sticks to the base of the pan, add 1 tbsp ghee.
  • Repeat this step until the mixture becomes a lump again!
  • Fold in the nuts. Pour into a greased pan. Smooth down with a greased spoon. Allow to cool.
  • Cut into squares and serve. Store refrigerated for upto 4 days.