Delicious Anjeer Halwa Recipe To Prevent Anaemia During Pregnancy

By Yashika Goel
20 Jan 2025, 12:10 IST

Anjeer or figs halwa is a healthy dessert that is packed with fibre and antioxidants. It helps regulate blood sugar levels and improves iron absorption in females during pregnancy. Tap to read the delicious anjeer halwa recipe to prevent anaemia

Ingredients

One and a half cups dried figs, half a cup of khoya, half a cup of brown sugar, half a cup of chopped nuts (cashews, almonds, walnuts, raisins), half a teaspoon cardamom powder, one inch of cinnamon stick, four tablespoons of ghee, and a few saffron strands.

Soak figs overnight

Soak figs in warm water overnight or atleast for 5-6 hours to soften the figs. Drain the excess water and cut it into smaller pieces.

Cook figs in ghee

Take a pan and heat ghee in it. Add cardamom powder, cardamom stick, and chopped anjeer pieces. Cook on a low flame for 3-4 minutes.

Add khoya with figs water

Now, add drained figs water and khoya to the halwa. Cook it for another 3-4 minutes and stir it occasionally.

Add sugar

Add brown sugar or jaggery powder to the halwa. Cook it well until it is completely melted and caramelised.

Add dry fruits

When halwa starts to thicken, add chopped cashews, almonds, walnuts, raisins, and saffron strands. Cook it for 2-3 minutes and serve it hot.

Information credits

This information is taken from the chief Sanjeev Kapoor's official YouTube channel, Sanjeev Kapoor Khazana.