Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding)
Make Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding), an Indian dessert recipe with fine semolina (sooji), granulated sugar, ghee (clarified butter). It has about 20 min, about 320 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding) is an Indian dessert recipe that takes about 20 min, makes 4 servings, has about 320 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonQuick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding) ingredients
- 1/2 cup fine semolina (sooji)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
- 1.5 cups water
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
How to make Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding)
- Heat a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai over medium-low heat. Add 1/4 cup ghee and let it melt completely.
- Add 1/2 cup fine semolina to the melted ghee. Roast the semolina on medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring continuously, until it turns light golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.
- While the semolina is roasting, in a separate saucepan, combine 1.5 cups water and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Carefully pour the hot sugar-water mixture into the roasted semolina in the pan, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. The mixture will splutter, so be cautious.
- Continue stirring on medium-low heat as the semolina absorbs the liquid and thickens. This will take about 3-5 minutes.
- Once the halwa thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan, add 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder. Stir well to combine.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook on very low heat for 2-3 minutes, allowing the semolina to fully bloom and become fluffy.
- Remove from heat and fluff the halwa gently with a fork. Serve warm in individual bowls.
Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding) FAQ
How do I make Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding)?
Make Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding) by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding)?
The main ingredients include fine semolina (sooji), granulated sugar, ghee (clarified butter), water, cardamom powder. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding) take?
This recipe takes about 20 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Quick Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding)?
Recipe Genius estimates about 320 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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