Featured Sankranti receipes
Expanded from the original list into a recipe hub with descriptions and links.
Til Chikki (Sesame brittle)
Sweet
Crunchy sesame-jaggery brittle — easy to make and store for gifting.
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Peanut Chikki / Groundnut Ladoo
Sweet
Groundnut + jaggery treats — classic winter snack for the harvest season.
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Puran Poli / Bobbatlu
Sweet
Festive stuffed flatbread (lentils + jaggery) enjoyed around harvest celebrations.
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Ven Pongal (Savory)
Savory
Rice + moong dal with ghee, pepper and cumin — comforting South Indian festive dish.
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Sweet Rice / Payasam
Sweet
A simple sweet pudding that pairs well with Pongal celebrations.
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Quick tips for Sankranti cooking
Use seasonal ingredients
Freshly harvested sesame, jaggery, peanuts and sugarcane add authentic Sankranti flavor.
Balance sweet + savory
Plan one sweet (til-gud / coconut ladoo) and one savory (khichdi / ven pongal) for a complete menu.
Make-ahead strategy
Chikki and ladoos store well; cook khichdi or pongal fresh for best taste.
Gift-ready packing
Line boxes with butter paper and add a small Sankranti wish note for friends and neighbors.
Menu idea: Til–gud ladoo + coconut ladoo (sweets) + khichdi or ven pongal (savory) = a complete Sankranti feast.
FAQ
Which sweet is most traditional for Makar Sankranti?
Til (sesame) and gud (jaggery) sweets are the most widely shared because they’re warming and symbolic of sweetness in speech and relationships.
What are quick recipes for beginners?
Coconut ladoo, til chikki, and simple khichdi are beginner-friendly and need minimal equipment.
Can I make these recipes without refined sugar?
Yes — many recipes use jaggery or condensed milk. For coconut ladoo, condensed milk is a fast alternative.