Instant Pot Carrot Halwa || Gajar ka Halwa (Paleo, AIP, Vegan)
 
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A Paleo and AIP version of the Indian dessert, Gajar ka Halwa or Carrot Pudding. This dairy free version is every bit delicious as the traditional version maybe more.
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Recipe type: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian; Paleo
Serves: 8-10
RecipeIngredients
  • 6 cups grated carrots (about 5 large carrots)
  • 3 tbsp ghee or coconut oil (Use coconut oil for AIP)
  • ½ cup cashew nuts sliced (omit for AIP)
  • ½ cup coconut chips
  • 2 cans coconut milk
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • 2 cups plus ½ cup shredded coconut (divided)
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom (omit for AIP)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg or pumpkin spice (optional - omit for AIP)
RecipeInstructions
  1. Press saute on the Instant Pot. Add 2 tbsp of the ghee or coconut oil and saute cashewnuts and coconut chips for 2 mins stirring frequently until golden brown. Remove using a slotted spoon. Keep aside.
  2. Then add 1 more tbsp ghee (or coconut oil) and the grated carrots, coconut milk and sea salt. Pressure cook for 5 mins. Let pressure release naturally and then open lid.
  3. Press Cancel button and then Turn saute mode on. Change saute setting till you get low saute. Add 2 cups of the shredded coconut, maple syrup and the spices. Stir to mix and then leave on low saute mode for about 15-20 mins total depending upon final consistency desired (not much water left and thick porridge like consistency is achieved). Stir frequently while on saute mode to avoid scorching at the bottom. When done, add the toasted nuts(if adding), the coconut chips and ½ cup more of the shredded coconut.
  4. Serve warm!
Recipe by Cook2Nourish at https://cook2nourish.com/2018/11/instant-pot-carrot-halwa-gajar-ka-halwa-paleo-aip-vegan.html