Sooji Ka Halwa by Zarnak Sidhwa

Ingredients:

• Semolina 1 cup
• Hot milk 3 cups
• Sugar 150 gm
• Raisins 3 tbsp
• Almonds roughly powdered 3 tbsp
• Cashew nuts chopped 12 to 15
• Cardamom powder 1/2 tsp
• Ghee 3 tbsp

For Garnishing:

• Almonds finely chopped 6 to 8
• Pistachios finely chopped 6 to 8

Method:

1. Heat ghee.
2. Fry cashews till golden, remove it and keep aside.
3. Add semolina and almond powder, roast over low flame till 8-10 minutes.
4. Add hot milk, stirring using a whisk so that no lumps form.
5. Add raisins, cook over low flame, till water is absorbed.
6. Add sugar and cardamom powder.
7. Stir gently till sugar melts, and moisture released is re-absorbed.
8. Add cashews mix well.
9. Garnish with almonds and pistachios. Serve hot.