Halvah
Halvah, also spelled halva or helva, is a dense, sweet confection found in the cuisines of the Middle East, the Caucasus, the Balkans, South Asia, and North Africa. The term covers several distinct styles, but broadly refers to confections made from sesame paste or from starches such as semolina. The word comes from the Arabic halwa, meaning sweet or dessert.
The most widely known form is tahini-based halvah, made by blending sesame paste with a hot sugar
Semolina or flour-based halvah represents another major family. In semolina halva, roasted semolina is blended with
Regional variations are widespread. Indian subcontinent versions include carrot halwa (gaajar halwa) and mung bean halva,
Serving and storage: Halvah is usually cut into slices or blocks and eaten as a dessert or