Lohri Recipes 2025: Lohri is on its way to fill our lives with light and welcome the warmer days of the year. In many North Indian states, this festival is celebrated with great excitement. The joyous occassion signifies the transition of sun to the north and marks the end of the sowing season of winter crops. The celebration of Lohri involves a bonfire, music, dance, dressing up and eating snacks that warm your body.
If you are looking forward to hosting a Lohri party at your home this 2025, here are some recipes that you need to serve your guests.
Gur or jaggery is something that you get mostly during winter. It is not only delicious to eat but also warms your body in this season. This Lohri, you can make halwa by adding gur in it to give it an X factor and added richness. Ditch sugar and add gur to this sweet dish. Make sure to add loads of dry fruits to enhance taste.
The most famous winter dish of Punjab, Sarson Ka Saag Makki Ki Roti is a must to have at your Lohri (Lohri Party Songs) party. The bread is made with maize flour and it keeps your body warm. The side dish that is popularly served with this bread is sarson ka saag or mustard greens. Make sure to prepare it with a tadka of desi ghee for the added flavour.
If you are looking for something sweet and savoury that will ot only melt in your mouth but will also give you the right crunch, make Aate Ki Pinni at home. These are made with whole wheat, desi ghee and loads of nuts. This dessert is good for keeping you warm in this weather.
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A traditional Punjabi recipe that you cannot ditch this Lohri season is Panjiri. This is a dry sweet in the form of powder. This is prepared by roasting whole wheat in desi ghee and adding sugar once it's done. Further, roasted dry fruits are added to boost flavour and texture.
Makhanas are an absolute delight for your mouth and body. They are packed with nutrients, healthy and very tasty. Add a twist to your regular makhanas this Lohri as you roast them in ghee and toss them with delish masalas.
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Lohri marks the end of freezing winter and welcomes the hotter days ahead. If you like this story, stay tuned to HerZindagi for more!
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