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Janmashtami 2024: 7 traditional dishes offered to Lord Krishna
Janmashtami celebrates Lord Krishna's birth with a feast of traditional dishes. Each dish, from Panjiri to Makhana Kheer, holds special significance, devotion
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Makhana Kheer
Makhana Kheer is creamy dessert made from fox nuts cooked with milk, flavored with cardamom. This rich and soothing kheer is a luxurious offering, blending the nutritional benefits
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Rava Ladoo
Rava Ladoo is sweet, round treats made from semolina (rava), ghee, and sugar. These laddoos are flavored with cardamom and studded with nuts. They are a festive favorite
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Gopalkala
Gopalkala is a refreshing dish made from beaten rice (poha), yogurt, and a mix of fruits and spices. It symbolizes Krishna’s playful spirit and his love for simple, wholesome foods
Panchamrit
Panchamrit is a sacred mix of five ingredients: milk, yogurt, honey, sugar, and ghee. Used in worship rituals, it is believed to purify and bless devotees
Makhan Misri
Makhan Misri, a simple yet cherished offering, pairs fresh butter (makhan) with sugar crystals (misri). This dish symbolizes the playful nature of Krishna, who loved butter
Makhana Paag
Makhana Paag is a savory delicacy made from roasted fox nuts (makhana) cooked with ghee, sugar, and spices. This dish combines a crunchy texture with a sweet and savory flavor
Panjiri
Panjiri, a popular Janmashtami offering, is a nutritious sweet made from whole wheat flour, ghee, and dry fruits. Enriched with ingredients like nuts and seeds