Kasi halwa(Pumpkin Halwa), a famous and traditional dessert served in marriages and also during Diwali and other auspicious occasions. Not sure why they call this as Kasi Halwa. This scrumptious dessert is made using white pumpkin. I have tasted these halwa in some engagement functions. Great dessert to treat the our family and guests. There are two version to prepare this wonderful and yummy halwa either using milk or without milk. This version is without milk version.
Kasi Halwa | White Pumpkin Halwa
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking Time 20 mins
Servings 2
Kasi Halwa | White Pumpkin Halwa
Ingredients:Grated White Pumpkin 1 Cup*
Sugar 1/2 Cup
Ghee 2 tablespoon
Cardamom Powder 1/4 teaspoon
Kesar Colour a Pinch
Cashews 6
* 1 Cup Capaciry = 250ml
Kasi Halwa | White Pumpkin Halwa
Method:
- Peel the white pumpkin and grate the inner portion. Measure the grated pumpkin along with the water. We don't need to squeeze the water as we need it to cook the grated pumpkin before adding sugar. Heat a pan and add 1/2 teaspoon of ghee and add cashews and fry them till they turn golden brown color. Take the fried cashews aside