Hyderabad Bread Halwa
Hyderabad Bread Halwa is a delicious and rich dessert from the culinary tradition of Hyderabad. This sweet dish combines the flavors of bread, ghee, milk, and a variety of nuts, making it a favorite during festivals and special occasions. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making this delightful dessert.
Ingredients
- Bread: 8 slices
- Ghee: 1 cup
- Milk: 2 cups
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Cardamom powder: 1 teaspoon
- Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, and pistachios): 1/2 cup (chopped)
- Saffron strands: A few strands (soaked in 2 tablespoons of warm milk)
- Water: 1 cup
Instructions
- Preparing the Bread:
- Remove the crusts from the bread slices and cut them into small pieces or crumble them.
- Heat a pan and add 2 tablespoons of ghee. Fry the bread pieces until they turn golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Making the Sugar Syrup:
- In the same pan, add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely and the syrup comes to a boil.
- Add the cardamom powder and the soaked saffron milk. Mix well.
- Combining Ingredients:
- Add the fried bread pieces to the sugar syrup. Mix well and cook on a medium flame.
- Gradually add the milk while stirring continuously. Ensure there are no lumps.
- Adding Ghee and Nuts:
- Continue cooking until the bread absorbs the milk and the mixture thickens.
- Add the remaining ghee in small quantities, stirring continuously to avoid sticking.
- Once the halwa starts to leave the sides of the pan, add the chopped nuts and mix well.
- Final Touch:
- Cook for a few more minutes until the halwa reaches the desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serving
- Garnish with a few more chopped nuts on top.
- Serve warm as a dessert.
Tips
- Ensure to fry the bread pieces well to avoid a soggy texture.
- Adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preference.
- You can also add a few drops of rose water or kewra essence for an aromatic twist.
Enjoy your homemade Hyderabad Bread Halwa along with Hyderabad Biryani, a perfect blend of rich flavors and textures from Hyderabad!
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