We all know of the great selection of savoury dishes available when we head out to our favourite Indian and Pakistani restaurants; yet there is a world of delicious sweet treats also available that tend to get overlooked.
Here we are going to take a look at some of the best Pakistani sweet treats available that you’d be a fool not to try:
- Gajar ka halwa (Carrot halwa)
This dish is famous all over Pakistan; carrots and milk make up the bulk of this dessert. It is served warm with pistachios or a thick dollop of cream. Imagine an Asian take on carrot cake.
- Kheer
Another dish that is hugely popular in Pakistan. It mainly includes milk, rice, sugar and cardamom and is the perfect finish to a spicy main course.
- Sheer Khurma
This dish is typically served on Eid day, right after the men return from Eid prayers. Made with dried fruits, milk and sugar, for many this is a highlight dish, prepared lovingly days before or on the day of Eid.
- Khubani ka meetha (Dry Apricot)
This dish is made from dried apricots and custard; the thick sweetness of each layer is a heavenly experience for your taste buds.
- Lab-e-Shireen
A classic South Asian dish that you’ll find at nearly every Pakistani wedding. Almost reminiscent of an English trifle; jelly, milk, sugar, fresh cream, colourful vermicelli, pistachio and pineapple combine for a formidable pudding that may seem intimidating to some, but one bite will have you hooked for life.
- Chane ki daal ka halwa (Gram lentil dessert)
A winter season favourite due to the luxuriously indulgent combination of gram lentils, sugar, milk, pistachios, coconuts, cardamom and almonds.
Got a sweet tooth? Satisfy your cravings by visiting everyone’s favourite halal restaurant, Manchester based Royal Nawaab. Just remember to save some space for dessert.
