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Easy & Delicious Lauki Halwa Recipe: Grandma's Village Sweet
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Easy & Delicious Lauki Halwa Recipe: Grandma's Village Sweet
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Easy & Delicious Lauki Halwa Recipe: Grandma's Village Sweet

Discover the heartwarming taste of traditional Lauki Halwa, a sweet dish made with love by Grandma. This authentic village-style recipe brings back old memories with its delightful sweetness and simple preparation. A perfect treat for any occasion.
#Lauki Halwa
#Indian Dessert
#Sweet
#Traditional
#Grandma's Recipe
#Village Food
#Bottle Gourd Sweet
Freshly Grated Bottle Gourd
Freshly Grated Bottle Gourd

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
35m
Cook Time
50m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Indian
Hindi
Nutrition (per serving)
250
Calories
5g
Protein
40g
Carbs
10g
Fat
Lauki Sautéing in Ghee
Lauki Sautéing in Ghee

Ingredients

  • Bottle Gourd (Lauki)
    (Peeled and grated, squeeze out excess water)

    1 medium

  • Ghee (Clarified Butter)
    (For sautéing)

    2 tablespoons
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  • Milk
    (Full fat milk)

    1 cup

  • Sugar
    (Adjust to taste)

    1 cup

  • Cardamom Powder

    1 teaspoon

  • Mixed Nuts (Cashews, Almonds)
    (Chopped, for garnish)

    2 tablespoons
Servings: 4
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Halwa Thickening with Milk
Halwa Thickening with Milk

Instructions

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  • 1

    Peel and grate the bottle gourd. Squeeze out any excess water to ensure the halwa is not watery.
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    Peel and grate the bottle gourd. Squeeze out any excess water to ensure the halwa is not watery.
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    Squeezing water helps in faster cooking and better texture.
  • 2

    Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add the grated bottle gourd and sauté for 5-7 minutes over medium heat until it changes color and softens slightly.
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    Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add the grated bottle gourd and sauté for 5-7 minutes over medium heat until it changes color and softens slightly.
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    Sautéing well in ghee enhances the flavor significantly.
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  • 3

    Pour in the milk and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the milk is completely absorbed and the mixture thickens.
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    Pour in the milk and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the milk is completely absorbed and the mixture thickens.
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    Stirring prevents sticking and ensures even cooking.
  • 4

    Add sugar and cardamom powder to the halwa. Continue cooking and stirring until the sugar dissolves and the halwa starts leaving the sides of the pan.
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    Add sugar and cardamom powder to the halwa. Continue cooking and stirring until the sugar dissolves and the halwa starts leaving the sides of the pan.
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    Cook until the halwa has a thick, fudgy consistency.
  • 5

    Garnish the hot Lauki Halwa with chopped mixed nuts. Serve warm or chilled as a delightful Indian dessert.
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    Garnish the hot Lauki Halwa with chopped mixed nuts. Serve warm or chilled as a delightful Indian dessert.
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    Can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days.
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