Step 1
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and place them in a pressure cooker with a little water and 2 drops of oil.
Step 2
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and place them in a pressure cooker with a little water and 2 drops of oil.
Step 3
Pressure-cook until soft. Allow the cooker to cool completely before opening it.
Step 4
Peel the boiled sweet potatoes and mash them until smooth.
Step 5
Heat 4 tablespoons of ghee in the cooker. Add the mashed sweet potatoes and roast over medium flame.
Step 6
Continue roasting until the colour changes slightly and the mixture becomes aromatic.
Step 7
Add 1 cup of sugar and mix well until the sugar starts melting.
Step 8
Pour in 2 cups of milk and stir continuously until everything is well combined.
Step 9
Cook over medium flame, stirring occasionally, until the halwa thickens and reaches your preferred consistency.
Step 10
Separately roast the raisins, cashews and makhana in a little ghee until lightly golden.
Step 11
Garnish the halwa with roasted dry fruits, coconut powder and saffron strands.
Step 12
Serve warm and enjoy this rich, creamy homemade sweet.
