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Chow Chow Halwa

Chow Chow Halwa is a delicious halwa made with the Chayote Vegetable. This surely gives a wonderful twist and nobody can guess its made with chow chow.
Course Desserts, Sweets
Cuisine My Kitchen
Keyword Sneak In Some Veggies, Veggies Sneaked In
By Cook Method Pressure Cooker, Stovetop
Occasion Holiday Special, Weekend Special
By Diet Protein Rich
Dish Type Under 5 Ingredients
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Author Srivalli

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Chow Chow / Chayote
  • 2.5 cups Milk
  • 2 cups Panakarkandu / Palm Candy
  • 4 tsp Ghee add more if required
  • Handful Almonds chopped

Instructions

  • Wash and peel the outer skin of the Chow Chow, remove the seed and grate well.
  • Pressure cook along with the water for two whistles.
  • Take the cooked chow chow in a nonstick pan and bring it to a boil and cook until the water evaporates.
  • Add milk and continue cooking.
  • Meanwhile, in another pan, melt the panakarkandu and remove impurities.
  • When the milk is almost reduced to half, add the melted panakarkandu and continue cooking, while making sure you keep stirring.
  • When everything comes together, which takes about 30 mins, add the roasted almonds and ghee.
  • Stir well and cook for another 5 mins until you get the halwa texture.
  • Serve hot or chilled.
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