MY SWEET TOOTH

You have probably heard of this word Punjabi many times, but maybe really been sure what that means in relation with indian food and how it differs from other regions so, I thought I will breakdown this confusion. Let me clear it now,
The culture of the people of Punjab is actually one of the oldest and the richest culture of the world which has a very great history and complexity. Punjabis culture is widely spread throughout the country. It is known for their uniqueness and it is very famous. There is a clannishness and high spirit which is exhibited in the lifestyle of the Punjabi people. People, culture and festivals of Punjab collectively form a vivacious base of enlightening social verve.
Punjab being a land of abundant of milk, its related products is essential part of their everyday or routine cooking’. “LASSI” after eating all the delicious Punjabi offerings, you need something to calm down your stomach. LASSI, a traditional Punjabi drink is a mixture of various species, sugar, water, curd. It is usually served in large glasses made of heavy metal or clay.
Let me introduce with the most important sweet dish PANJIRI
It is a staple form of the Punjab region. It is treated as a nutritional supplement. It is made from the whole wheat flour fried sugar and ghee, heavily laced with dried fruits and herbal gums. It is usually eaten in the winter season just to ward off cold. It has been used for thousands of years, by the ancient hindus and then many centuries later by the Sikhs. Its use is quite ritualistic and meaningful.
Commonly seen suji ka halwa. It’s a time to get enchanted by the new dishes. Suji is the main ingredient in halwa, a pudding famous for the enormous amount of delicious ghee and butter in it. After seasoning it with almonds raisins and kesar milk.you will fall in love surely.
Aate ka halwa (karah parshad) it’s a type of halva made with equal proportions of wheat flour butter sugar and ghee. It is offered to all the visitors. As a sign of humanity and respect. Visitors accept this with hands raised and cupped. The offerings and receiving of this food is a vital part of hospitality. It also shows the equality.
Most important thing is that,
Bringing and sending fresh fruits ,sweets as gifts to family members is a common practice in Punjab , particularly in spring season. Food items are distributed among the neighbors on special occasions as a sign of showing hospitality. It shows the love and respect to every person.