Why Sesame & Jaggery Dominate Sankranti Menus Every Year
• Sesame and jaggery are key Sankranti ingredients due to their warming and energy-boosting properties during winter.
• These ingredients are valued in Ayurveda for their therapeutic benefits, promoting digestion and overall well-being.
• Culturally, sesame and jaggery symbolize friendship and goodwill, strengthening social bonds during Sankranti celebrations.
Makar Sankranti: Sun's transition, harvest, new beginnings
Makar Sankranti, a vibrant and auspicious festival celebrated across India, marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn. This celestial event is not just a time for kite flying and community gatherings but also a celebration of harvest and new beginnings. A distinctive feature of Sankranti is the prevalence of sesame (til) and jaggery (gur) in the festive menus. But why do these two ingredients dominate the culinary landscape during this time of year?
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