Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2.25 cup

milk

1 cup

carrot

grated

4 tbsp

sugar

adjust

0.5 tsp

cardamom powder

1 pinch

saffron

6 unit

cashew nuts

11 unit

raisins

2 tbsp

ghee

3 tbsp

sweetened condensed milk

Step 1
~5 min

Soak saffron in milk.

Step 2
~5 min

Boil milk and reduce to 1 1/2 cups.

Step 3
~5 min

Toast cashews and raisins in ghee.

Step 4
~5 min

Saute grated carrot in ghee.

Step 5
~5 min

Add boiled milk to carrot and simmer.

Step 6
~5 min

Add sugar and simmer.

Step 7
~5 min

Add condensed milk and simmer.

Step 8
~5 min

Add cardamom, saffron, and toasted nuts.

Step 9
~5 min

Serve warm or chilled.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast carrots for deeper flavor.

Add chopped nuts for crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or chilled.

Garnish with nuts.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Indian breads
Spiced nuts

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Traditional dessert for festivals

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Festivals
Holidays
Celebrations

Popularity Score

70/100

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