Bottle Gourd Halwa In Coconut Milk

Name: Bottle Gourd Halwa In Coconut Milk
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 Cup Grated Bottle Gourd; 1/2 Cup Coconut Milk; 1.5 Tbsp Khoa; 1 Tsp Chopped Cashewnut; 1 Tsp Chopped Almond; 1 Tsp Chopped Pista; 1/8 Tsp Cardamom Powder (Elaichi); 2 Tbsp Sugar; 1 Tbsp Clarified Butter (Ghee)

20 mins Cooking Time

1 Serving

Diversity score

Sources of Calories

Protein 4%

Carbs 27%

Fats 69%

Low Sodium

Gluten Free

This low sodium and gluten free halwa recipe is sure to stimulate your tastebuds. The popular vegetarian and jain kerala recipe is a perfect lunch and dinner dessert dish.

Ingredients

1 Cup Grated Bottle Gourd
1/2 Cup Coconut Milk
1.5 Tbsp Khoa
1 Tsp Chopped Cashewnut
1 Tsp Chopped Almond
1 Tsp Chopped Pista
1/8 Tsp Cardamom Powder (Elaichi)
2 Tbsp Sugar
1 Tbsp Clarified Butter (Ghee)

Method

Preparation

Step 1
Take a thick bottomed pan and heat it at a low flame
Step 2
Add grated bottle gourd, saute it till the moisture dries
Step 3
Add ghee, chopped almond, chopped pista and chopped kaju and mix well
Step 4
Add coconut milk and stir and mix till coconut milk thickens
Step 5
Add khoa, add sugar, add green elaichi powder for a beautiful aroma
Step 6
Mix this well to ensure all the ingredients are mixed evenly
Step 7
Cover and let it cook while stiring continuously until the right consistency is reached
Step 8
Serve warm

Healthy Twist

To Improve Bone Health, Add a Tsp of Calcium Rich White Sesame Seeds

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Allergies

Coconut

Lactose

Cow Milk Protein

Dairy Products

Cashew Nut

Pistachio

Almond

Tree Nut

NUTRITION FACTS

Approximate values

Serving Size Small bowl(94gm)

Amount Per ServingCalories
kcal

280

% Daily Value ^*

Total Carbohydrate 17gm 6.3%

Dietary Fiber 2gm 6.2%

Protein 3gm 6.3%

Total Fat 22gm 28.1%

^*Percentage Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer: Nutrition information is based on standard serving sizes and recipes as prepared by Fitterfly. Actual nutritional values may vary because of variations in portion size or recipes, continuous data changes by these sources, changes in growing seasons, or differences in the sources of ingredients. We may update this information from time to time and change the way we calculate Nutrition data. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary based on multiple factors. For some ingredients, nutrient information is not available and they may not reflect accurately in the Label. Please consult your doctor or a Registered Dietitian if you are on a medically restricted diet.

Reference: Indian Food Composition Tables 2017, National Institute of Nutrition; Nutritive Value of Indian Foods 2016, National Institute of Nutrition (Indian Council of Medical Research)