Anjeer (Fig) Halwa

A sumptuous halwa to which the addition of ground almonds lends a smooth texture.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 200  g dried figs (24 nos, anjeer)
• 3  tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
• 1⁄2 cup  almonds, blanched, peeled and powdered
• 1⁄3 cup powdered milk
• 4  tablespoons sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cardamom powder (elaichi)

• For the garnish

• 2  tablespoons  slivered almonds

Directions

1. Cook the figs in boiling water for about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and puree them in a food processor. Keep aside.
2. Heat the ghee in a heavy bottomed pan, add the powdered almonds and saute over a medium flame for about 2 minutes.
3. Add the pureed figs, milk powder, sugar with 1/2 cup of water and cook for about 5 minutes till the sugar has dissolved, stirring continuously.
4. Add the cardamom powder and mix well.
5. Serve hot, garnished with slivered almonds.