Gond Halwa

PREPARATION

1. In a pan, add 30 grams fox nuts and dry roast for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and keep aside.
2. Heat 2 teaspoons desi ghee in another pan. Add 40 grams edible gum and roast for 2 - 3 minutes. Remove from heat and keep aside.
3. In a food processor, add the roasted fox nuts, 35 grams almonds, 35 grams walnuts, 25 grams pistachios, and 25 grams sunflower seeds. Grind into a fine powder and keep aside.
4. In a separate food processor, grind the roasted edible gum into a powder.
5. Heat 80 milliliters desi ghee in a skillet. Add the blended dry fruit mixture and cook on low heat for 8–10 minutes.
6. Add the powdered edible gum and stir well.
7. Pour in 220 milliliters milk and cook for 8–10 minutes over medium heat.
8. Add 150 grams jaggery and stir continuously until it dissolves completely.
9. Add 2 tablespoons poppy seeds, 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder, 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder, and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg powder. Cook for 10–15 minutes until well combined.
10. Remove from heat and let it cool for 15 minutes.
11. Garnish with chopped almonds.
12. Serve.