Being a British-Asian we follow two cultures, Indian and English and there is no problem with that. We choose whatever is best from both cultures.
One of them is festivals, which appears one after another and makes our lives full of happiness, joy, and closeness.
As soon as the new year celebrations finish, Indian Festival Makar Sankranti comes and as that goes away, Valentine's Day makes everything rosy and then follows the Indian spring festival Holi, a vibrant, colourful and fun-filled festival that brings out a child in you 🙂 so there is no ending of festivals of both cultures right up to the end of the year.
The festival Holi also known as The Festival of Colours is the second most popular Hindu festival after Diwali and these both festivals are ancient celebrations.
Holi festival is celebrated in the UK by Hindu and non-Hindu as well, normally in the temples but nowadays younger generation celebrates this colourful festival in Bollywood style as celebrating Holi in this manner has been more and more popular in recent years.
In Gujarat, Holi celebrations continue for two days. On the first day, people celebrate this festival by Prayers and visiting temples, many observe the fasts on the first day too. and with a large bonfire lit on that night, and performs puja by throwing grain such as popcorn, puffed rice, and coconut in the bonfire.
On the second day, the same festival becomes a raucous affair for some younger generation as they throw colour powder at each other as a ritual and nobody seems to mind this it is all in good faith.
We all know that all celebrations cannot be complete without any treats and same goes in our house too.
During Holi celebrations, you can make Dhani Na Ladoo, such a simple, sweet and satisfying treat for us kids.
The joy of these fun-filled days is incomparable and indescribable.
This year I am keeping it very simple and time-saving, so I decided to do away with different types of foods and just stick to one recipe which is Dhani Na Ladoo!
Rose petals are for a photographic purpose only.
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JOWAR DHANI NA LADOO/LADU
ingredients:
- 100g sorghum puffs- jowar dhani
- 200g grated jaggery
- 1 Tbsp. ghee or coconut Oil
- 2-3 Tbsp. pistachio and almond Slivers (optional)
- A few dried rose petals
instructions:
How to cook JOWAR DHANI NA LADOO/LADU
- Dry roast Jowar Dhani on a low heat until crispy but not browned.
- Leave it aside.
- Heat ghee in a wide pan and add grated jaggery.
- Let the jaggery melt and make runny syrup.
- Once you have nice and runny jaggery, add roasted dhani and nuts slivers.
- Quickly mix well and turn off the heat.
- Remove the mixture into another plate.
- Apply little ghee on your both palms and quickly make round balls of this mixture.
- Be careful mixture will be very hot.
- If you can't handle the hot mixture, set in a greased tray and as soon as it is set cut into the desired shape.
- Sprinkle rose petals.
- Once cooled store in an airtight container.
- Enjoy!
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cookingwithsapana says
I have never seen jowar dhani before but seeing your post want me to go search for this unique ingredient. Looks so crunchy and delicious.
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Sapana..In Gujarat Jowar dhani is more popular than normal popcorn, May be you will be able to find in an Indian store as Holi festivities going on.
Lathiya says
For people staying away from our country, we just need a reason to celebrate in the name of festival...these ladoos have humble ingredients but looks Rich and yummy
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Lathi L and most of the time end up making so much food 🙂
Ritu Tangri says
Loved your recipe. I'll have to look for jowar dhani now to make it 🙂
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Ritu! Hope you can find jowar dhani soon 🙂
Avin says
We make a. Similar one with rice puffs. Would love to try this one too😊
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Avin! We too make same recipe with rice puffs ( Mamra ) on Makar sankranti.
mildly indian says
Such unique recipe.. the presentation reminded me of what my mother used to make during Karthikai month. loving every bit of it.
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Seema!
Unknown says
Very unique recipe Jagruti! In fact you introduced me to a new ingredient today and I am already in love with iy
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Nandita! During Holi period you can find Jowar dhani everywhere.
Pavani says
I think I've seen jowar dhani in the Indian grocery but never bought it. This laddoo looks like a great recipe to use them. Crunchy, sweet and delicious.
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Pavani! Because these are smaller in size, you can shape them well.
Nivedita says
Color color which color do you want! Hey holi is here. Your click is already celebrating the Holi. This year no celebration in my house as there will be board exams.
Very tasty sweet snack for everyone. In have a savoury snack with this and will post it soon.
jcookingodyssey says
hey Happy Holi Nivedita, Love to play with Gulal yaar 🙂 You may not play Holi but you have to prepare some treats for kids 🙂
Archana says
Wow I love it! Now I think I will be on a look out for the jowar dhani have not seen it here.
jcookingodyssey says
During Holi festival you can find it everywhere 🙂
Vidya Narayan says
That is quite an easy recipe and honestly, I love jowar dhani or puffs. These are usually my mid morning snack at home as they are low in calories. Nothing beats the taste of homemade ladoos and I bet these are delicious with all the combination of nuts and jaggery.
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Vidya, also Jowar dhani contains good amount of protein too, so really it's a well balanced snack for you 🙂
Unknown says
Healthy and delicious treat. We surely try for holi, but will also consider this for the festival of Uttarayan next year. Loved the recipe :))
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Drashti! Hope you guys enjoy these as much as we did.
Unknown says
Honestly speaking all these holi posts are so encouraging and give that festive feeling. Loved reading your post and loved these Laddoos. Your clicks are amazing dear !
jcookingodyssey says
I am with you Swati on this..:) Thank you So much for a lovely comment.
THE FOOD SAMARITAN. says
Yummy laddus!Loved the recipe!Fab share dear!
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Amrita!
Priya Satheesh says
Loved the addition of rose petals in Ladoo. Can feel the celebration of Holi in your post... Lovely and yummy !
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Priya!
Give Me Some Spice says
Oh this brings back memories of my childhood when my parents used to make this for holi. The addition of jaggery gives these ladoos a unique taste.
jcookingodyssey says
Thank you Mina!