You are here: Home > Videos > Chana Dal Halwa Video Chana Dal Halwa Video Viewed 2937 times chana dal halwa is a popular Indian dessert which is made during celebrations and get togethers in the house. During Indian festivals like diwali, baisakhi and holi chana dal halwa is made. Tweet Recipe Description for Chana Dal Halwa ( Indian Cooking) Soaking Time: 2 hoursPreparation Time: 5 minsCooking Time: 26 mins Makes 5 servings Show me for servings Ingredients For Chana Dal Halwa1 cup chana dal (split bengal gram)3/4 cup ghee1 cup hot milk1 cup sugar1 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder a few saffron (kesar) strandsFor The Garnish2 tbsp almond (badam) slivers Method For chana dal halwaTo make {span class="bold1"}chana dal halwa{/span} , clean, wash and soak the chana dal in enough water in a bowl for at least 2 hours.Drain well and blend the chana dal in a mixer to a coarse mixture without using any water. Keep aside.Heat the ghee in a non-stick kadhai or a deep non-stick pan, add the chana dal mixture, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 14 minutes or till the mixture turns brown in colour, while stirring continuously.Add the hot milk and 1 cup of hot water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for another 2 to 3 minutes or till the mixture thickens, while stirring continuously.Add the sugar, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 6 to 8 more minutes, while stirring continuously.Add the cardamom powder and saffron, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute, while stirring continuously.Serve the {span class="bold1"}chana dal halwa{/span} hot garnished with almond slivers. See step by step images of Chana Dal Halwa ( Indian Cooking) recipe RECIPE SOURCE : Indian Cooking