New Delhi: Punjabis surely know how to make food and use most of the seasonal produce to prepare the best dishes that are filled with warmth, love and the earthiness
of the produce. While winter may be the best time to enjoy these dishes, as they are filled with lots of nutrients and wholesomeness, which makes them ideal for cold months. Well, no one does it as Punjabis do, it comes to their food too. Filled with lots of butter and ghee, the dishes prepared are perfect for your winter menu to be a part of and cherished.
For those who love to try various cuisines and are open to enjoying the flavours of Punjab, here is a curated guide you need to try this winter season for revising the timeless Punjabi recipes, and allowing yourself to know the joy of slow cooking, earthy grains and seasonal produce with each bite you will taste.
Punjabi winter dishes to try
1. Sarson ka saag with makki roti
A quintessential winter pairing in Punjab, saag made from mustard greens, spinach, or bathua is simmered for hours in ghee to retain its earthy notes, paired with freshly prepared makki ki roti and a dollop of white butter.
2. Gur and Ghee
A traditional winter duo known for generating warmth, take a spoonful of melted ghee and gur post-meals to support digestion and immunity.
3. Atta Halwa
A quick, comforting sweet prepared with wheat flour, sugar and ghee. Tastes absolutely delicious in every bite and evokes a sense of warmth and satiety.
4. Methi Paratha
Fresh fenugreek leaves are kneaded into the dough with wheat flour to make golden and crispy parathas paired with pickle or chutney for a perfect winter breakfast.
5. Pinni
These wholesome laddoos, freshly prepared each winter at Punjabi homes with nuts, ghee, sugar and whole flour, offer a boost to heat and energy. These are prepared in bulk and often enjoyed as a snack during peak cold months.
6. Gajar ka Halwa
Slow-cooked red carrots sautéed in desi ghee and milk, topped with nuts and khoya, make this winter dessert iconic. Rich in antioxidants, it’s the perfect end to a chilly evening meal.
Punjabi winter recipes are more than just food; they are flavours of the earth and provide warmth and satisfaction during the peak winter months. Made with seasonal produce, Punjabi dishes are worth preparing at home.
