What Is Panjeeri? Ingredients, Varieties and How to Enjoy It
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Panjeeri is a traditional Punjabi sweet made by roasting a base such as sooji or daal in desi ghee and mixing it with nuts and other ingredients. It is a familiar treat in many Pakistani homes, especially during the colder months.
What goes into panjeeri?
Recipes differ from family to family, but common ingredients include:
- A roasted base such as sooji or daal
- Almonds, pistachios and cashews
- Phul makhane (lotus seeds)
- Char magaz, gond and khaskhas
- Pure desi ghee
Sooji Panjeeri and Daal Panjeeri
Sooji Panjeeri uses roasted sooji as its base and has a soft, grainy texture. Daal Panjeeri uses daal as its base and has a richer, deeper flavour. Both are made with ghee and a generous mix of nuts and traditional ingredients.
How to enjoy panjeeri
- Eat a spoonful on its own as a sweet treat.
- Have it with a glass of warm milk.
- Keep a small container for guests, as it is easy to serve.
Storing panjeeri
Keep panjeeri in a clean, dry, airtight container, away from moisture and sunlight, and always use a dry spoon. Because it contains nuts, check for allergies before serving it to others.
Khalisaan Panjeeri
Khalisaan Panjeeri is homemade in small batches with pure desi ghee, premium nuts and traditional ingredients, with no preservatives. It comes in 150g, 500g and 1kg sizes with free shipping. Shop Sooji Panjeeri or Daal Panjeeri, or browse the Panjeeri collection.