Delectable Delight: Homemade Tirunelveli Halwa Recipe -

Ingredients you’ll need:

Step 1: Roasting the Wheat Flour

Heat a heavy-bottomed pan and add 2 tablespoons of ghee.
Add the wheat flour and roast it on medium-low heat until it turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. Keep stirring constantly to avoid burning.

Step 2: Making Sugar Syrup

In a separate pot, add 2 cups of sugar and 1 cup of water.
Heat the mixture until the sugar completely dissolves to form a syrup.
Once the sugar syrup reaches a one-string consistency (when a small amount of syrup between your fingers forms a string), remove it from the heat.

Step 3: Mixing Wheat Flour and Sugar Syrup

Gradually add the roasted wheat flour to the sugar syrup while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
Mix well until the mixture thickens. If it’s too thick, you can add a little water or milk.

Step 4: Adding Ghee

Start adding ghee little by little, while continuously stirring the mixture. The halwa will absorb the ghee and become glossy.

Step 5: Flavoring and Garnishing

Add cardamom powder and a pinch of edible camphor (if using) for flavor.
In a separate small pan, heat some ghee and roast cashews and raisins until they turn golden brown.
Add the roasted cashews and raisins to the halwa mixture.

Step 6: Final Touch

Continue cooking and stirring until the halwa reaches a desired consistency. It should be glossy, non-sticky, and have a slightly translucent appearance.

Step 7: Serving

Once the halwa is cooked, transfer it to a greased plate or tray and flatten it with a spatula.
Let it cool for a while, then cut it into pieces and serve.

Enjoy your delicious Tirunelveli halwa!

Remember, making halwa requires practice to get the right texture and consistency. It might take a couple of tries to master the process.

Delectable Delight: Homemade Tirunelveli Halwa Recipe