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Punjab, translated to the land of five rivers, is the Indian state that is known for giving the world the delectable chole bhature and lassi. Traditional Punjabi food is widely popular for its masala and generous amount of butter. While the main course has a huge fan following, you must not forget about Punjabi sweets and desserts.
The beauty of Indian cuisine lies in the adaptation and continuous modification of the ingredients as per the passing season. Since the summer requires cool ingredients, there is nothing better than indulging in authentic Punjabi sweets. So, read on, collect your ingredients, and fill your kitchen with the aroma of Punjab.
Kheer
Kheer is one of the most widely made Punjabi desserts, not just in the state but also in almost every part of the country. Featuring a rich pudding made by simmering milk, rice, and sugar, kheer is known by different names in different parts of the country. Apart from having a rich flavour, its beauty lies in its utterly simple recipe, a handful of ingredients, and the refreshing feeling it brings.
Pethe Ka Halwa
Petha, kaddu, or pumpkin is a summer vegetable that keeps the body temperature lower. To make the most out of the vegetable, you can make an indulgent halwa. All you need to do to make pethe ka halwa is roast grated petha, khoya, dry fruits, and spices like cardamom, saffron, and nutmeg. Once you get a thick consistency, you can serve the Punjabi dessert.
Senviya
Senviya is another Punjabi dessert that is made with vermicelli. To make senviya, you can start by boiling some milk mixed with sugar. Then, add vermicelli and cook till it gets soft. Next, you can add flavours like dry fruits, cardamom, rose water, etc. Before serving, you can chill the senviya and have a cool post-meal treat.
Mango Kulfi
The list of summer sweets would not be complete without kulfi, and that too with a hint of the summer fruit, mango. To make mango kulfi at home, you can take some ripe mangoes and blend them to get a consistent puree. You can then simmer it with thick milk mixed with sugar. Now, all you need to do is freeze it and enjoy.
Meetha Puda
Meetha puda is a classic Punjabi sweet treat that can be enjoyed as a breakfast, snack, or after a light meal. The best part about making meetha puda is that it is super easy and quick to whip up. All you need to do is make a batter with wheat flour, sugar, milk, and cardamom. Cook batches with generous ghee till it’s golden brown, and serve with sugar syrup.
Lauki Halwa
Lauki, or bottle gourd, is another summer vegetable that can be turned into a mouth-watering dessert. All you need to do to make the halwa is rinse a lauki and grate it. Then, cook it with milk, ghee, sugar, and chopped dry fruits. Once the halwa starts to thicken, garnish with chopped pistachios, transfer into bowls, and serve.
