Gurupurab: Divine Dishes with a Hint of Health

Guru Nanak Gurupurab or Guru Nanak Jayanti marks the birth of the first Sikh Guru who laid the foundation of Sikhism, Guru Nanak. To mark this auspicious day it is celebrated with great joy and fervour not just across the Sikh community but amongst all the Indians around the globe. The celebration is marked by some lip-smacking dishes that can make anyone drool and ask for more. From spicy curries to delectable desserts, mainly kada prasad, the treats are endless.

Here are some divine dishes that will elevate your Gurupurab celebrations and make your day filled with lots of cherished moments:

• Chana dal khichdi: A simple but flavourful recipe made using rice & chana dal. This is a protein-rich recipe that is also served in Gurudwaras as prasad. Chana Dal Khichdi is a one-pot meal that is delectable and very easy to prepare. The khichdi with lots of added flavours will surely make everyone crave more. It is a wholesome and nutritious meal in itself, which is an added benefit too.
• Baked samosas & mint chutney: This baked savoury dish is filled with a spicy stuffing of potato, lentils, onions, peas, and paneer. It is usually conical in shape with a crisp shell which can be made from multigrain atta to add on those health benefits, and piping hot stuffing. Along with this, tangy mint chutney can be served to enhance the mouth-watering flavours of samosas.
• Langar dal: It is served especially in Gurudwaras all around the year and known as ‘Langar wali dal’. This recipe is protein-rich and made from split black urad dal and chana dal. This dish is creamy and tasty in texture and would be a perfect meal on the occasion of Gurupurab. To add flavours, spices are added generously. Enjoy this dal along with multigrain chapattis and drool over the yummy dish.
• Amritsari Kulche: This crisp Indian bread baked in a tandoor (oven), Amritsari kulche is a must-have dish from Punjab on Gurupurab. It goes well with spicy Punjabi chana masala. Curd, rich in probiotics can also be served along with it which aids the digestion process. Top it with a dollop of butter for a mouth-watering dish that you will cherish always.
• Meethe chawal: A traditional Punjabi Dessert is a must after all the savoury dishes. Long-grained, aromatic Basmati rice and sugar syrup are the key ingredients to bring the best out of this dish. A saffron coloured dish is usually served flavoured with spices like cardamoms, cloves, cinnamon, and kesar. Dry fruits like pistachios, almonds, walnuts, cashews & raisins are added to enhance the flavour of this tasty recipe.

Over to you:
Celebrate this Gurupurab with the mouth-watering dishes listed above and enjoy the festivities. We wish you a very Happy Gurupurab!