Panjiri also known as ‘dabra’ is a traditional Krishna Janmashtami bhog or prasad made with coriander powder, gond and dry fruits.
Traditionally, the Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated across India with different types of ladoos, sweets and various kinds of savouries to celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna. Dhaniya Panjiri is lightly sweetened, quick, easy and laden with textures and flavours.
Gond or Edible gum is odourless, tasteless and a water-soluble mixture obtained from the sap of the plant and then dried. Gond or edible gum is known for its warming properties, calorific value and is also great for boosting immunity, stamina, and health. ‘Dhaniya’ in Hindi means coriander.
I learnt this recipe from my mother, Dhaniya Panjiri is one of the recipes that is passed on through the generations.
This recipe is similar to other recipes like Kalakand, Milk Cake, Instant Badam Halwa, Gond Ke Ladoo, Chawal ki Kheer, Gajar Halwa and Sandesh.
