WALNUT MAKHANA HALWA

Walnut halwa or Akhrot halwa is a delectable nutty dessert popular in India and Pakistan. This rich and indulgent dessert is made with walnut, milk and sweetner as the key ingredients. Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E and antioxidants.
I have added makhana along with walnuts. Makhana are good source of protein, magnesium, carbohydrates, fiber, potassium, phosphorus, iron and zinc.
This halwa is a perfect combination of nutrition and taste. It gives inner body warmth so perfect for winters.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4 persons

Ingredients:
1 cup walnut
3/4 cup makhana (foxnuts)
1 cup milk
1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsp ghee
1/4 cup cream (malai)
1/4 tsp saffron
1/2 tsp cardamom powder
1 tbsp pistachio flakes

Method:

1. Dry roast walnut and makhana separately. Once they cool down, grind them into coarse powder separately. Spare few walnuts and chop them roughly.
2. Heat ghee in thick bottom pan, add both powder and chopped walnuts and sauté them on low flame for 5-7 minutes.
3. Then add milk, cream, sugar and saffron and continue sauteing till it changes colour and ghee separate and ooze.
4. Lastly add cardamom powder and turn off the heat.
5. Garnish with pistachio flakes and serve hot.