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Singhare Ke Atte Ka Halwa (सिंघाड़े का हलवा) – Slow‑Roasted Water Chestnut Flour Delight with Ghee & Nuts
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Recipe Details
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15 min
Prep Time
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20 min
Cook Time
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4
Servings
MABAPU TM Vegetarian (Veg)
Healthy Diet
What you'll need
Fresh from
the market
200 gram
200g Water Chestnut Flour (सिंघाड़े का आटा)
1 teaspoon
1 tsp Cardamom Powder (इलायची पाउडर)
1 teaspoon
1 tsp Black Salt (काला नमक) – optional
1 teaspoon
1 tsp Turmeric Powder (हल्दी पाउडर) – optional
50 gram
50g Cashew Nuts (काजू)
50 gram
50g Almonds (बादाम)
200 gram
200g Sugar (चीनी) – or 150g Jaggery (गुड़)
1 teaspoon
1 tsp Rose Water (गुलाब जल) – optional
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01
Step
Phase 1: Preparation & Setup
Dry roast the cashews and almonds in a non‑stick pan on Medium Flame (मध्यम आँच) until they turn golden and emit a nutty aroma. Stir constantly to avoid burning. Once done, set them aside in a bowl. (...
02
Step
Phase 1: Preparation & Setup
Soak the saffron strands in 2 tbsp warm milk for 5 minutes to release color and fragrance. (Sensory cue: the milk turns a subtle golden hue.)
03
Step
Phase 2: Sautéing & Tempering
Heat 2 tbsp of desi ghee in a heavy‑bottomed pan on Medium Flame (मध्यम आँच). Add cardamom powder, black salt, and turmeric. Let them sizzle for 30 seconds until the spices bloom and the ghee starts t...
04
Step
Phase 2: Sautéing & Tempering
Gradually add the water chestnut flour while stirring continuously with a wooden spoon. Keep the flame Medium (मध्यम आँच). Cook until the flour turns a light golden brown and the ghee begins to separa...
05
Step
Phase 3: Simmering & Sauce
Add the sugar (or jaggery) and whole milk to the pan. Reduce the flame to Low (धीमी आँच). Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, becomes glossy, and starts to leave the pan edges (dum). (Sensor...
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Step
Phase 3: Simmering & Sauce
Pour in the saffron‑milk infusion, rose water, and a pinch of roasted cumin powder (मसालेदार तड़का). Stir well. Add the roasted cashews and almonds. Cook on Low Flame (धीमी आँच) for 3 minutes, allowin...
07
Step
Phase 4: Finishing & Serving
Turn off the flame and let the halwa rest for 5 minutes. This resting period allows the flavors to meld and the texture to set. (Sensory cue: the aroma becomes richer and the surface remains glossy.)
08
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Phase 4: Finishing & Serving
Transfer the halwa to a serving dish. Drizzle the remaining 2 tbsp of desi ghee over the top and garnish with a few whole cashews and almonds. Serve hot with hot butter phulkas or fragrant jeera rice....
Per Serving
Nutrition
Breakdown
1 slice or small bowl per person
1651.00
Calories per serving
22.93g
Protein
116.49g
Carbs
57.72g
Fat
Fiber 16.20g
Sugar 30.51g
Sodium 377.75mg
Cholesterol 0.00mg
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