Halwa

Halwa

Halwa

Ingredients

Sugar 1 cup
Water ½ cup
Rosewater ¼ cup
Saffron 3 – 4 threads
Unsalted butter 1 cup
Flour 1 ½ cup

Method:

Bring the sugar and water to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until all sugar is dissolved, and then add the rosewater and saffron.
Cover, remove from heat and set aside.
Heat the butter in a saucepan over low flame. Add the flour and stir to form a smooth paste. Continue to cook, stirring often continuously, until the paste takes on a golden color, about 5 to 10 minutes.
Using a whisk, slowly beat the sugar syrup into the flour paste.
Remove from heat and spread the halwa paste evenly onto a plate or platter.
Make attractive patterns on the top using the back of a spoon or with a knife. Cover and chill until fully set.
Cut into wedges and serve with tea or coffee.
Variations:
Substitute 1 cup of vegetable oil for the butter to make a cholesterol-free sweet.
Decorate the top of the halwa with sliced pistachios and almonds.