5 Healthy Panjiri Recipes for Janmashtami, Shared by Nutritionist Simrun Chopra

Nutritionist Simrun Chopra has shared five traditional panjiri recipes for Janmashtami, offering healthy options to celebrate Lord Krishna's birth. The festival begins September 4 at 2:25 AM and ends September 5 at 12:13 AM. The recipes include dhaniya (coriander) panjiri, made with roasted coriander seeds, dry fruits, and powdered sugar; nariyal (coconut) panjiri with grated coconut and muskmelon seeds; and dry fruit panjiri featuring mixed nuts and makhana. Besan panjiri uses roasted gram flour with almonds and pistachios, while gond panjiri incorporates edible gum and coconut. Panjiri is considered Lord Krishna's favorite offering and is commonly prepared as prasad during the festival. The article notes these recipes are for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice.