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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
Winters are incomplete with a handful of panjiri and a warm glass of milk right? The mix of wheat, ghee and nostalgia straight from your grandmother’s kitchen!
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– Panjiri is an age old winter delicacy made from whole wheat flour, ghee, sugar and nut – It's known for keeping the body warm, boosts immunity and good for digestion as well during peak and chilly winter
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– Keeps you warm during winter chill – Boosts strength and stamina – Rich in healthy fats and natural fiber – Strengthens bone – Great for postpartum recovery as well
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– 1 cup whole wheat flour – ½ cup desi ghee – ½ cup powdered sugar or jaggery – 2 tbsp Gond (optional) – 2 tbsp of chopped almonds, cashew – 1 tbsp raisin – 1 tsp fennel seed – ½ tsp cardamom powder
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– Heat ghee in a pan – Add whole wheat flour and roast it on a low flame till it becomes deep golden brown – Carefully keep stirring so that the flour doesn't burn
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– Add dry fruits, gond and fennel seeds – Roast them for a few minutes until its golden and crispy and add cardamom powder as well
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– Turn off the flame and let the mixture cool for some time – Now add the jaggery or sugar and mix them up well so that its properly coatedAdd some water or vegetable stock so the soup reaches the thickness that you like.
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-Let it cool completely and store in an airtight jar -Enjoy a bowl daily with warm milk or as a healthy post meal treat but in moderation always!
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