A sumptuous halwa to which the addition of ground almonds lends a smooth texture.
Preparation Time: 10 mins.
Cooking Time: 20 mins.
Serves: 4
Ingredients
• 24 (200 grams) dried figs (anjeer)
• 3 tbsp ghee
• 1/2 cup blanched, peeled almonds (badam)
• 1/3 cup milk powder
• 4 tbsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
For The Garnish
2 tbsp almond (badam) slivers
Method
1. Cook the figs in boiling water for about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and puree them in a food processor. Keep aside.
2. Heat the ghee in a heavy bottomed pan, add the powdered almonds and sauté over a medium flame for about 2 minutes.
3. Add the pureed figs, milk powder, sugar with 1/2 cup of water and cook for about 5 minutes until the sugar has dissolved, stirring continuously.
4. Add the cardamom powder and mix well.
5. Serve hot, garnished with slivered almonds.
By Chef Tarla Dalal