Rich Ghee-Roasted Banana Halwa
Pazham Halwa
The aroma of bananas roasting in ghee is unforgettable—it brings back memories of my grandmother's kitchen. This halwa is incredibly rich and perfect for special occasions.

Protein
2g
Carbs
55g
Fat
13g
Calories
320 kcal
Ingredients
Directions
Prepare the Nuts
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee over medium heat.
- Add the chopped cashew nuts and raisins. Fry until the nuts are golden and the raisins plump up.
- Remove them with a slotted spoon and set aside for garnish.
Cook the Banana Mixture
- In the same pan, add the remaining ghee and mashed bananas.
- Cook the bananas over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for about 20 minutes until they start to thicken and release their aroma.
- Add sugar to the bananas, continuing to cook and stir. The mixture will loosen and then begin to thicken as the sugar caramelizes.
Finish the Halwa
- When the halwa starts leaving the sides of the pan and ghee begins to separate, add the cardamom powder.
- Mix well and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until the ghee is fully absorbed and the halwa is glossy.
- Transfer to a greased plate, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon.
- Garnish with fried cashews and raisins. Let it cool slightly before cutting into pieces.
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