With the dipping mercury, all you need is good food that keeps the body warm. Here’s a list of traditional winter recipes to keep you warm and healthy this winter season.
Sarson Ka Saag with Makki Ki Roti: A winter staple in Punjabi households, Sarson Ka Saag is made with tender mustard leaves, paired with Makki Ki Roti. Quick to prepare, it's a nutritious dish flavored with onions, garlic, and spices. It is often served with butter and jaggery.
Bajra Khichdi: Ideal for winter, Bajra Khichdi aids nutrient absorption and muscle tissue building. Combining bajra with moong dal, salt, and water in a pressure cooker, the khichdi is garnished and served with ghee.
Gajar ka Halwa: A winter classic, Gajar ka Halwa is made with grated carrots, khoya, milk, dry fruits, and ghee.
Gond ke Laddoo: Boosting warmth and immunity, Gond ke Laddoo features edible gum, dry fruits, jaggery, ghee, and spices. Recommended for its health benefits, it's often consumed during pregnancy for bone strength.
Til Chikki/Til Laddu: Made with roasted sesame seeds, ghee, and jaggery, Til Chikki and Til Laddus are crunchy winter sweets with a longer shelf life, popular in northern and central Indian states.
Gud ki Roti: A sweet and warming treat, Gud ki Roti combines jaggery with wheat flour, oil, fennel seeds, coconut, and salt. Best enjoyed with white butter, it adds a delightful sweetness while keeping the body warm.