Gratitude On A Plate: 5 Delicious Ways To Celebrate Guru Purnima

On Guru Purnima, we celebrate the teachers and mentors who guide and inspire us. Expressing gratitude on this special day can be both meaningful and delicious. Prepare traditional dishes to show your appreciation and celebrate their wisdom and guidance.

Try making these five cherished recipes: Kheer, a sweet and creamy rice pudding; Khichdi, a comforting dish symbolizing spiritual devotion; Kadha Prasad Halwa, a rich and satisfying dessert; Coconut Ladoos, a healthy treat sweetened with jaggery; and Charnamrit, a sacred beverage. These dishes not only offer a heartfelt thank you but also allow you to share the joy and respect you hold for your gurus.

Recipies for Guru Purnima

1. Kheer
Kheer, a classic festival dessert, is a perfect choice for Guru Purnima. To make it, bring 4 cups of milk and 1/4 cup water to a boil in a pot, then add 1/4 cup rice. Cook, stir occasionally, until the rice is soft. Sweeten with 4-6 tablespoons of sugar and enhance the flavor with cardamom powder and chopped cashews.

2. Khichdi
Symbolizing spiritual devotion, khichdi is both simple and significant. Cook 2/3 cup rice and 1/3 cup moong dal in a pressure cooker with turmeric, oil, water, and salt. After four whistles, mix in 2 tablespoons of ghee for a comforting and wholesome dish.

3. Halwa
Prepare Kadha Prasad Halwa for a delightful prasad. In a pan, dissolve 5 tablespoons of sugar in 1 1/2 cups water and set aside. Roast 1/2 cup whole wheat atta in 4 tablespoons of ghee until it turns brown, then stir in the sugar-water mixture and cook until thickened. Garnish with chopped almonds.

4. Coconut Ladoos
For a healthy treat, make coconut ladoos using jaggery instead of sugar. Roast a mix of nuts and seeds in ghee, then combine with grated coconut and melted jaggery. Form the mixture into ladoos once it cools slightly.

5. Charnamrit
Prepare this sacred beverage by mixing 1/2 cup raw milk with 1/2 cup curd, then add honey, sugar, ghee, and a selection of nuts and basil leaves. This nourishing drink symbolizes devotion and divine connection, making it a fitting tribute for your gurus.