If you’re familiar with Indian culture and traditions, you’ll know that the bulk of the Indian people has a serious sweet appetite!
Whether in India, the United Kingdom, or anywhere else in the world, Indians enjoy a sweet dish as part of their meal or as a snack during the day. Indian sweets, or Mithai, are also a necessary for any event, celebration, or holiday, thus there is a natural affinity for Indian sweets!
You may or may not have heard of certain Indian sweets; there are a handful that is well-known to most people, but there are more that you may not have tried or seen, so we’d like to tell you a little bit more about them.
Indian sweets come in a variety of forms and sizes. Some are ideal for serving as a dessert after a heavy Indian dinner, while others are ideal for giving as a gift (as many Indians do) or as part of festivities and festivals.
Starting with our favourite… Gajar Halwa
This delicacy is similar to the Indian version of carrot cake… without the cake (ha!) Shredded carrots simmered with milk, sugar, and, of course, plenty of ghee. This combination produces a delectable dessert that fills you with warmth and a sense of ‘ahhh.’ It’s fantastic with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for that hot and cold contrast.
What’s more, Gajar Halwa is sprinkled with almonds and pistachios for a little more crunch.
We reckon you know this one… Gulab Jamun
