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What is banana halwa?
It is an Indian sweet dessert made from banana, semolina or flour, or dry fruits, by roasting them in ghee (clarified butter) in a pan. . It is then cooked further with water or milk. This dessert is rich in potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6.
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How to make banana halwa?
First, take 2–3 ripe bananas in a bowl. Mash them with a spoon and cook in ghee on a low flame until the raw smell disappears.
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Add the Sweet
In this step, add jaggery or sugar, cardamom, and a splash of milk to the pan. Cook until the mixture thickens and turns glossy.
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Serve it warm
Once your halwa is cooked, serve it warm, topped with extra almonds and shredded coconut.
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Garnish with nuts
After the halwa is cooked, add chopped nuts like almonds, cashews, or raisins. You can also add other spices of your choice.