Step-by-step
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firstly, in a large bowl soak 2 cup dates in 1 cup hot water for 30 minutes.
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blend to smooth paste.
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transfer the dates paste to a large kadai.
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add ¼ cup ghee and mix well.
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keeping the flame on medium, keep stirring until the ghee is absorbed well.
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add 2 tbsp of ghee and continue to cook.
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cook until the mixture thickens and turns glossy. takes approx 15 minutes.
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in a small bowl take 2 tbsp cornflour.
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add ½ cup water and mix to form a smooth lump-free slurry.
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pour in cornflour slurry and mix well.
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cook on medium flame stirring continuously.
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the mixture thickens and turns glossy after 30 minutes.
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in a small bowl take 2 tbsp ghee and roast 10 cashews until it turns golden brown.
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add in fried cashew, ¼ tsp cardamom powder to halwa and mix well.
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transfer the halwa mixture to a tray lined with baking paper (size: 6 inch x 3 inch).
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level it up with the help of a spatula.
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now rest for 30 minutes or until the halwa is set completely.
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cut into pieces with a sharp knife.
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finally, enjoy dates halwa or store in the refrigerator and enjoy for a week.
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Notes
- firstly, make sure to soak the dates well else it will be difficult to blend.
- also, if you are looking for more sweetness, then add sugar or jaggery.
- additionally, cook on medium flame until the ghee separates from the mixture. else it turns sticky.
- finally, dates halwa recipe tastes great when made soft and spongy.
Original recipe by Hebbar’s Kitchen: https://hebbarskitchen.com/dates-halwa-recipe-khajoor-ka-halwa/