Sanjeev Kapoor

Sooji Ka Halwa

A semolina dessert subtly flavored with saffron

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

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By Sanjeev Kapoor

Published 2011

  • About

This is practically an instant dessert and one of the most popular in North Indian homes. Every cook makes sooji ka halwa a bit differently, but however it’s made, it is a true comfort food.

Ingredients

  • A few saffron threads
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1¼ cups (250

Method

  1. Soak the saffron in the milk.
  2. Place a nonstick wok over medium heat and add the ghee. When small bubbles appear at the bottom of the wok, add the almonds, cashews, and raisins, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  3. Add the semolina to the same ghee and sauté until golden brown. Set as