Sohan halwa
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Sohan halwa (Urdu سوہن حلوہ; [ˈsoːɦən ˈɦəlʋaː]) is a traditional Mughlai[1] dessert from Punjab, popular in the Indian subcontinent, which is a variety of dense, sweet confection or halwa. Gheewala halwa is popular for sohan halwa since the Mughal era.
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Course | Dessert |
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Place of origin | India and Pakistan |
Region or state | Punjab and Old Delhi |
Main ingredients | cornflour, sugar, milk and water |
Variations | Almonds and Walnuts |
Other information | Halva |
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It is made by boiling a mixture of water, sugar, milk, and cornflour until it becomes solid. Saffron is used for flavoring. Ghee is used to prevent it from sticking to the pan. Almonds, pistachios, and cardamom seeds are added. Unlike most other halwa dishes in the Indian subcontinent, it is solid, similar to its Middle Eastern counterparts.