Indulge in the delightful flavors of mango with this scrumptious Suji Mango Halwa. This Indian dessert features layers of semolina and mango, creating a heavenly combination of textures and tastes. The richness of ripe mangoes and the aromatic essence of cardamom come together to create a mouthwatering treat that will leave you craving for more. Enjoy this melt-in-your-mouth halwa as a perfect ending to any meal or as a special treat during mango season.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe and sweet mangoes
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- Orange or yellow food color (optional)
- 2.5 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 cup semolina (suji (1/3 cup of semolina for each part))
- water
- Almond slices and saffron strands for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the mangoes into pieces. Blend them in a blender to prepare the mango puree.2 ripe and sweet mangoes
- In a medium-sized bowl, beat the eggs and add sugar, milk, cardamom powder, and a small amount of food color (if using). Mix well.2 eggs, 1 cup milk, 1/4 tsp cardamom powder, Orange or yellow food color
- Gradually add half of the mango puree to the egg mixture and combine thoroughly.
- Heat a pan over medium flame and add ghee. Once the ghee melts, add semolina and roast it until it turns golden brown and releases a rich aroma.2.5 tbsp ghee, 1 cup semolina
- Reduce the flame to medium-low and slowly pour the mango-egg mixture into the pan while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens and the semolina is well cooked.
- Turn off the heat and let the mango-semolina halwa cool down.
- In a separate pan, roast another 1/3 cup of semolina with ghee until golden brown.1 cup semolina
- Prepare a mixture of water, sugar, and cardamom powder in the same way as the mango-egg mixture. Add this mixture to the roasted semolina and cook until thickened.1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 tsp cardamom powder, water
- Layer the white semolina halwa on top of the mango-semolina halwa in a serving dish and spread it evenly.
- Repeat the process with another layer of mango-semolina halwa, followed by the white semolina halwa.
- Allow the halwa to cool completely.
- To achieve desired shapes, cut a portion from the side of the set halwa and then cut it into desired shapes and sizes.
- Optional: Garnish the halwa with almond slices and saffron strands for an attractive presentation.Almond slices and saffron strands for garnish
- Serve the Suji Mango Halwa as a delectable dessert or enjoy it as a sweet treat anytime.
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Notes
- Adjust the amount of sugar based on the sweetness of the mangoes.
- Canned mango puree can be used instead of fresh mangoes.
- You can choose to skip the food color if desired.
- Customize the shape and size of the halwa according to your preference.
- Store the halwa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.
- Enjoy the delightful flavors of mango and semolina in this luscious Suji Mango Halwa.
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