Winter + food = yeyyy... this equation is perfect. Winter and food, this combination go side by side.
Winter is the season when there is a flood of fresh veggies and fruits. In India winter is the “Queen of the seasons” for food lovers. Winter is also the best season for health lover and diet conscious people. For me, winter means morning walks, fresh food, hot coffee, sweaters and much more… Here I am going to showcase some of the mouthwatering winter foods you must try while it’s still cold outside. So sit back and enjoy the food safari with me.
1) Gajar ka halwa:
This dish, I can die for. Well, I don’t have sweet tooth but this dish is definitely my favorite or any Indian fella’s favorite. During winter Indian markets are full of fresh carrots and also they are cheap during this season. So you can gulp into Gajar ka halwa as many time as you want. You can buy it from outside or can make it at home but maa ke hath ka Gajar ka halwa has no competition at all. For those who thinks making gajar ka halwa is fuss, then let me tell you it’s not! It’s a really easy dish which needs only 3-4 ingredients. So, come on try it once and you won’t regret gulping this awesome dish. Plus it has its own nutrition benefits. Carrots are a good source of antioxidant agents. Carrots are full of vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, vitamin B8, pantothenic acid, folate, potassium, iron, copper, and manganese. So happy gajar ka halwa to you all!
2) Bengan ka bhartha:
I know you all gonna creep out while hearing “Bengan” Bengan is not a much-loved vegetable by people. But hey its winter and how can you miss the opportunity to eat Bengan ka bhartha. During winters vegetables are fresh and cheap. So Bengan at its delicious. And at chili winter morning steamy began ka bhartha is must try. And it’s another time-saving dish for lazy buts like me.
3) Bajri no rotlo:
This dish goes perfectly with our bengan ka bhrtha. Bajri no rotlo can easily take place of roti. Pour some ghee and get some jaggery and here is your yummy winter delight.
4)Aamla (Indian gooseberry):
5) Vegetable biryani:
6) Aamba Haldi (Mango ginger):
All those eye-catching orange and yellow aamla haldi are must try in winters. Add some turmeric and salt and you will be addicted to it. It’s so yummy that you will include it in every meal.
All those eye-catching orange and yellow aamla haldi are must try in winters. Add some turmeric and salt and you will be addicted to it. It’s so yummy that you will include it in every meal.
7) Adadiya:
Winter is heaven for health conscious people. No gujju health freak will miss on adadiya and methi paak. It’s basically a sweet dish which is prepared using the flour of Arad ni dal flour (Black Gram Dal/Urad Dal) which is well roasted along with ghee and naturally healthy ingredients like dry fruits and spice powders. It has healing properties that body requires during cold winters.
8) Kachariyu:
Kachariyu is basically crushed leftovers of till. Wich is combined with jaggery and grated coconuts. This is traditional Gujarati sweet dish specially made in winters. It keeps a body warm, skin moisturized and provide the energy needed during winter.
9) Chani bor (Indian plum):
10) Jamfal (Guava):
So, Hope you enjoyed the food safari. :) Thank you… Now run and grab some Indian winter delights before winter is gone.
It’s another winter fruit which is very delicious it’s sweet. It’s green in color. Raw Jamfal is bit tangy and hard in texture but when it’s ripe it’s sweet in test and soft in texture.
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