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Green chilli halwa from Calicut grabs the internet’s attention

Typically made using a combination of sugar, flour, milk, coconut oil and fruit pulp, the halwa – also known as Kozhikode halwa – is known for its red and black variations. The traditional sweet was all over the internet recently, and not for the popularity it commands but because of the unusual variation. While some argued that eating the halwa might not be the best idea for their stomach, a few others were intrigued by the novelty of the preparation.