Panjiri
Panjiri, a classic Indian dessertpacked with warmth and well-being, has a rich history and an appealing taste.To make this lovely treat for your loved ones, follow our step-by-step recipe.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time32 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Panjiri
Servings: 4
Calories: 300kcal
1 Heavy-bottomed pan
1 Mixing bowls
1 Wooden spoon
1 Grater
1 Tray for cooling
- - 1 cup whole wheat flour
- - 1 cup clarified butter ghee
- - 1 cup powdered sugar
- - 1 cup chopped nuts almonds, cashews, and pistachios
- - 1/2 cup edible gum gond
- - 2 tablespoons melon seeds
- - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- - 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- - 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg powder
- - 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
- - 1/4 cup desiccated coconut
Step-by-Step Cooking Guide:
Step 1: Roasting the Ingredients
- Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
- Add edible gum (gond) and fry until it puffs up. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, roast the whole wheat flour until it turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma.
- Add melon seeds, poppy seeds, and chopped nuts. Continue roasting until the nuts are golden.
Step 2: Combining the Ingredients
- Grate the fried edible gum into the mixture.
- Add cardamom powder, nutmeg powder, fennel seeds, and desiccated coconut. Mix well.
Step 3: Adding Sweetness
- Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then add powdered sugar. Mix until well combined.
Step 4: Final Touch
- Transfer the Panjiri to a tray for cooling.
- Once cooled, store it in an airtight container.