Looking for a divine dessert that melts in your mouth and fits perfectly into your fasting menu? Say hello to Mishri Aloo Halwa – a rich, comforting, and aromatic halwa made from humble potatoes, desi ghee, and rock sugar (mishri).
Naturally gluten-free and full of flavor, this sweet treat is a festive favorite during Navratri, Ekadashi, and other vrat (fasting) days, but it’s just as irresistible any day of the year!
✨ Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 🥔 Boiled Potatoes – 6–7 medium (approx. 380–400g), peeled and mashed
- 🧈 Desi Ghee – 100g
- 🍬 Mishri (Rock Sugar) – 150g, lightly crushed
- 🥛 Milk – 3 to 4 tablespoons
- 💛 Saffron (Kesar) – 5 to 10 strands, soaked in warm milk
- 🌿 Cardamom Powder – ¼ teaspoon
- 🥜 Chopped Pistachios & Almonds – for garnish
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Recipe:
🥄 1. Prepare the Base
- Peel and mash or grate the boiled potatoes until smooth.
- Soak saffron strands in 1 tablespoon of warm milk to release their color and aroma.
🔥 2. Sauté in Ghee
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the ghee.
- Add the mashed potatoes and sauté on medium heat, stirring continuously.
- Cook for 10–12 minutes until the mixture becomes golden brown and fragrant.
🥣 3. Add Flavor
- Pour in the regular milk along with the saffron-infused milk.
- Mix well and cook until the halwa becomes soft and glossy.
🍯 4. Sweeten It Up
- Add the crushed mishri and stir gently.
- Continue cooking until the mishri melts and integrates fully into the halwa.
🌸 5. Finish with Fragrance
- Sprinkle the cardamom powder and give it a final mix.
- When the ghee starts to release from the sides and the halwa turns shiny, it’s ready!
🍽️ 6. Garnish & Serve
- Garnish with slivered almonds and pistachios.
- Serve warm for the ultimate festive delight.
📝 Why You’ll Love This Halwa:
✔️ Vrat-Friendly – No grains, no processed sugar
✔️ Naturally Gluten-Free
✔️ Rich, Aromatic & Nutrient-Packed
✔️ Perfect for Navratri, Shivratri, Ekadashi, or any pooja
✔️ Comes together in under 30 minutes
The use of mishri (instead of regular sugar) gives this halwa a light, cooling sweetness and a uniquely grainy texture that elevates every bite!
📌 Final Thoughts
If you haven’t tried dessert made with potatoes, Mishri Aloo Halwa will be a pleasant surprise! With its luscious texture, fragrant spices, and nourishing ingredients, it’s the kind of comfort food that connects generations.
Whether you’re fasting or feasting, this halwa is bound to win hearts at the dining table. 💛
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