Soji Halwa Recipe
Wheat semolina slowly toasted in ghee and slowly adding sugar and milk blending to a rich Indian style pudding with cashew, almond, and raisins.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Nuts and Dried Fruits
Flavoring
Method
Preparation
- 1
Toast Semolina
In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 1 cup of ghee over medium heat. Once the ghee is hot, add 1 cup of wheat semolina. Stir continuously to toast the semolina until it turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma, about 10-15 minutes.
- 2
Prepare Nuts and Dried Fruits
In a separate small pan, dry roast 0.25 cup of cashew nuts and 0.25 cup of almonds until they are golden brown. Add 0.25 cup of raisins towards the end just to plump them up. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Simmer the Mixture
Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the milk is absorbed and the halwa thickens to your desired consistency.
Finishing Touches
- 5
Add Nuts and Serve
Once the halwa has thickened, add the roasted nuts and dried fruits to the mixture. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
