Flaxseed Ladoos, sugar-free Prunes Burfi, Baked Ragi Chakli, and Horse Gram Dal Gujiya offer a perfect balance of traditional flavors with a modern, health-conscious twist. These recipes feature ingredients like flaxseeds, prunes, ragi, and horse gram—each packed with nutrition and rich textures. Ideal for festive occasions or everyday treats, these dishes showcase the versatility of whole grains, natural sweeteners, and plant-based proteins. With simplified methods and wholesome ingredients, these recipes by Chef Pradeep Singh, Executive Chef, The Resort will make it easy for you to enjoy guilt-free indulgence that combines taste, nutrition, and a touch of nostalgia.
Alsi Ki Ladoo (Flaxseed Ladoo) with Foxtail Millets
Ingredients: Flaxseeds (500g), wheat flour (500g), ghee (400g), jaggery/sugar (750g), chopped cashews, almonds, pistachios, raisins, ground cardamom.
Preparation: Roast flaxseeds and wheat flour separately. Prepare a syrup with jaggery or sugar. Mix the roasted ingredients with the syrup and chopped nuts. Form into ladoos while warm.
Prunes, Dates, and Nuts Sugar-Free Burfi
Ingredients: Seedless dates (200g), prunes (50g), golden raisins (50g), mixed nuts, ghee (100g).
Preparation: Chop dates, prunes, and nuts. Roast nuts in ghee, then add dates and prunes. Spread the mixture in a greased tray, cool, and cut into squares.
Baked Ragi Chakli
Ingredients: Ragi flour (¾ cup), yogurt (½ cup), wheat flour, sesame seeds, chilli powder, hing, salt, oil
Preparation: Mix dry ingredients, form a dough with yogurt and water, add oil, and shape into chaklis. Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes.
Horse Gram Dal Gujiya
Dough: Maida (2 cups), ghee, salt, water
Filling: Cooked horse gram dal, cumin, fennel, sesame seeds, spices, green chillies, ginger.
Preparation: Make dough, prepare the filling, shape gujiyas, and deep fry until golden.
