Diwali is here and one can’t help but indulge in the sumptuous sweets that are a trademark of the festival. But yes, when we think of our health we do compromise on sweets but here’s healthy twist to traditional sweets, for all who would love to enjoy this festive season with flavours of desserts without the guilt.
9 Attas Multigrain Jaggery Halwa
This is a winter special Halwa which is equally healthy and tasty by Sugandha Saxena.
A trained chef, Sugandha Saxena is the owner at SU Chef who has inherited cooking styles from the traditional family recipes. Fostering her love for the cuisine, she has recreated Indian sweets by infusing the western flavours, she believes in propagating the originality and authenticity of the recipe.
Ingredients (Serves 10-15)
Method
We also have two instant recipes Fruit Sandesh and Besan laddo by Loveneet Batra. She is a clinical nutritionist based out of Delhi, a consultant with Fortis healthcare, visiting faculty at IHM Pusa and has trained elite athletes including Mary Kom, Deepa Karmakar for Commonwealth and Asian games. As a nutritionist, Lovneet Batra emphasises on quality nutrition choices, helping people cut through the clutter of nutrition myths and fad diets while fixing their relationship with food.
Fruit Sandesh
This Bengali sweet is made with fresh paneer which is a great source of muscle building protein. Flavouring it with fruits not only adds to the taste but also kicks in some age reversing antioxidants in your treat.
Ingredients
Method
Combine strawberries, 2tbsp of water and 1tsp jaggery in a pan and bring to simmer on a medium heat.Now add this sauce to all other ingredients and blend to a smooth paste in a blender.Spread the Sandesh evenly in a serving dish and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Besan laddo
If you’re a laddo fan this is probably one of the healthiest one to savour. Besan can add to your daily protein and fibre needs while keeping you full for longer without a hunger rebound. It has a perfect mix of nutrients (calcium, magnesium, phosphate, zinc and vitamin K) for building and maintaining bone structure and strength.
Ingredients
Method
Heat ghee in a pan, add flour and stir well. Roast until the besan turns aromatic, dark golden in colour and ghee begins to separate out from the flour. Add jaggery and cardamom powder, stir well. Take small portions and roll to balls.
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