Kozhikode Halwa

Kozhikode Halwa is a popular sweet dish from the Kerala Cuisine, known for its unique texture and rich flavor.

Kozhikode Halwa

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of wheat flour
  • 2 cups of sugar
  • 4 cups of water
  • 1 cup of ghee
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder
  • 1/4 cup of cashew nuts

Instructions

  1. In a heavy-bottomed pan, roast the wheat flour in ghee until it turns golden brown.
  2. In another pan, heat water and sugar to make a syrup.
  3. Slowly add the roasted wheat flour to the syrup while continuously stirring to avoid lumps.
  4. Add cardamom powder and continue to cook on low heat, stirring continuously.
  5. Once the mixture thickens, add cashew nuts and mix well.
  6. Transfer the halwa to a greased plate and allow it to cool before cutting into pieces.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
5g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Heavy-bottomed pan Stirring spoon Greased plate

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Kozhikode Halwa as a dessert after a traditional Kerala meal.

Tips & tricks

Be patient while roasting the wheat flour to achieve the perfect golden color and aroma.

Cost

$10