🌿 Vegetarian South Indian Dessert

Rava Kesari

Saffron-gold semolina halwa with ghee and cashews — a quick South Indian festival sweet.

⏱Prep5 min
🍳Cook20 min
🕐Total25 min
👥Serves6
📊LevelEasy
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Method

  1. 1

    Dry roast semolina in 2 tbsp ghee until fragrant and lightly golden.

  2. 2

    Boil water with saffron.

  3. 3

    Pour hot water into semolina (careful of splattering). Stir continuously.

  4. 4

    Add sugar and remaining ghee. Mix well.

  5. 5

    Cook until mixture leaves the sides of pan.

  6. 6

    Add cardamom, cashews and raisins.

  7. 7

    Serve warm.

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