Moong Dal Halwa
This healthy Moong Dal Halwa is a protein-rich Indian dessert made with yellow moong dal, ghee, and jaggery. Easy to cook and perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Drain the soaked moong dal and grind it into a coarse paste without adding water.
- Heat ghee in a heavy-bottom pan. Add the dal paste and start roasting on medium heat.
- Cook while stirring continuously until the dal turns golden and releases a nutty aroma.
- Add milk and mix well. Cook until the dal absorbs the milk and thickens.
- Add jaggery and mix until it melts completely and blends with the halwa.
- Sprinkle cardamom powder and stir for 2 more minutes.
- Garnish with chopped almonds and cashews. Serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter version, reduce ghee to 2 tbsp and use low-fat milk. Jaggery adds minerals and makes this halwa healthier than refined sugar versions.
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