Know the recipe of winter special Gond and Fenugreek Laddu  

By: Pune Pulse

November 24, 2023

Pune : During the winter season, our bodies easily digest food, leading to a tendency to consume anything available. However, it’s important to be mindful that consuming unhealthy food can result in various health issues. This prompts us to consider what to eat during winter to maintain good health.

Edible Gum and fenugreek seeds are considered superfoods for their numerous health benefits. Gum is known for its ability to keep the body warm, boost metabolism, promote strong bones, and prevent constipation. Similarly, Fenugreek Laddu is a winter superfood with a rich content of vitamins and minerals, including amino acids, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and various vitamins (B6, C, etc).

Fenugreek and gum ladoos are essential delicacies for this season. Fenugreek, combined with jaggery, helps in boosting the body’s mineral levels and is abundant in calcium, enhancing bone strength. The consumption of fenugreek aids digestion due to its high fiber content. This season is ideal for rejuvenating the body and providing it with the necessary nourishment for repair. To prevent diseases, it’s recommended to consume fresh, homemade, and nutritious food in small portions.

• INGREDIENTS
• 6 tbsp ghee / clarified butter
• ½ cup (100 gm)  gond / dinka / edible gum / anutu
• 2 tbsp cashew / kaju, chopped
• 2 tbsp almonds / badam, chopped
• 2 tbsp raisins 
• 1½ cup (100 gm) dry grated coconut / kopra
• 2 tbsp poppy seeds / khus khus 
• ¾ cup (100 gm) dry seedless khajur / dates
• ¼ tsp cardamom powder / elachi powder
• ¼ tsp nutmeg powder / jaiphal powder
• 1 cup (200 gm) jaggery / gud
• 2 tbsp water

INSTRUCTIONS : 

Firstly, in a tawa, heat ¼ cup ghee and roast ½ cup gond separately.
Crush the gond using your hand or with a rolling pin.
Also roast dry fruits, 1½ cup dry coconut and 2 tbsp poppy seeds.
Roast khajur powder with 2 tbsp ghee on low flame.
Now, Transfer the roasted khajur powder into the same bowl.
Add ¼ tsp cardamom powder and ¼ tsp nutmeg powder.
Mix well making sure all the dry fruits are well combined. keep it aside for a while.
Pour 1 string jaggery syrup over the dry fruit mixture and mix well.
Now start making ladoo (greased hand with ghee) when the mixture is still hot / warm.
Finally, enjoy gond ladoo / dinkache ladoo during winters. 

Store in an airtight container.