Sweet Potato Halwa Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Sweet Potato Halwa is a delicious Indian dessert made with boiled and mashed sweet potatoes, ghee, sugar, and flavored with cardamom and saffron. It has a rich and creamy texture with a hint of sweetness. This dessert is often served during festivals and special occasions in India. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed warm or chilled. Sweet Potato Halwa is a perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Halwa Recipe

  • 0.67 cup Grated Sweet Potatoes
  • 1.33 tablespoon Ghee
  • 0.17 cup Sugar
  • 0.17 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
  • as needed A Few Strands Of Saffron
  • as per your need Chopped Nuts For Garnish

Directions: Sweet Potato Halwa Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Peel and grate the sweet potatoes.
  • STEP 2.Heat ghee in a pan and add the grated sweet potatoes. Cook until they are soft and cooked through.
  • STEP 3.Add sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands to the pan. Mix well and cook for a few more minutes until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture thickens.
  • STEP 4.Garnish with chopped nuts like almonds and pistachios.
  • STEP 5.Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to use sweet potatoes that are firm and not too soft.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preference.
  • You can add a pinch of nutmeg powder for extra flavor.
  • For a richer taste, you can replace some of the ghee with condensed milk.

Storage and Serving

  • Sweet Potato Halwa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheat the halwa in a microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
  • Serve the halwa as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat during festivals and special occasions.
Nutrition
value
104
calories per serving
4 g Fat3 g Protein14 g Carbs1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    4g
  • Protein
    3g
  • Carbs
    14g
  • Fiber
    1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    14g
  • Protein
    3g
  • Fiber
    1g

Fats

  • Fat
    4g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    64mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    4mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    14mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    18mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    20mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    67mg
  • Selenium
    1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp