- By Iram Hussain
- Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:43 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Jaggery is a winter superfood that not only provides natural warmth but also gives numerous health benefits. Made from unrefined cane sugar, jaggery retains essential minerals and vitamins that are good for the body. Its thermal properties help generate body heat while combating cold stress. Rich in iron, jaggery prevents anaemia and boosts haemoglobin. Antioxidants and flavonoids in jaggery protect against oxidative stress, inflammation and infections. Consuming jaggery in winter helps alleviate respiratory issues, supports digestive health and relieves constipation and bloating.
Incorporating jaggery into your winter diet promotes overall well-being during the colder months. Here are four quick and healthy jaggery recipes that you must try this winter to keep winter chills at bay.
Jaggery Recipes For Winter
Til Ke Laddoo
Gur til ke laddu is a traditional winter delicacy that combines jaggery, sesame seeds and nuts. Rich in antioxidants and warm properties, this sweet treat boosts immunity and energy and provides natural warmth. Sesame seeds offer calcium while jaggery's iron content prevents anemia. It's a delicious and healthy winter recipe to stay warm.
Gajak
Gur ki Gajak, a North Indian delicacy, combines jaggery, ghee, and peanuts for a nutritious winter treat. To prepare, roast peanuts, then mix with melted jaggery and ghee. Add sesame seeds, cardamom powder, and flour. Roll into cylindrical shapes and refrigerate. Rich in antioxidants, iron, and healthy fats, Gur ki Gajak boosts immunity and warmth.
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Delicious jaggery recipes for winter (Image Credits: Canva)
Gur Ka Halwa
Gur ka Halwa is a traditional Indian dessert that can be effortlessly made with jaggery, wheat flour and ghee. Replacing refined sugar with jaggery will enhance its nutritional value. Simply roast wheat flour, mix with melted jaggery, ghee and milk, then cook until thickened. This warm, comforting pudding will boost energy, immunity and aid digestion, making it a perfect winter treat.
Gur Ki Roti
To prepare gur ki roti, combine wheat flour, jaggery and milk. Mix ingredients, shape into balls and flatten into rotis. Cook on a griddle, then top with a spoonful of ghee. The warmth of ghee and jaggery's natural sweetness provide comfort. Rich in iron, antioxidants and fibre, gur ki roti is a nourishing winter staple.
