Carrot Halwa or gajar ka gajerela is a sweet dessert pudding associated mainly with the state of Punjab in India & Pakistan. It is made by placing grated carrot in a jar containing a specific amount of water, milk and sugar and then cooked, stirring regularly. It is often served with a garnish of almonds and pistachios The nuts and other items used are first sautéed in ghee, a South Asian clarified butter.