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Traditional Foods for Makar Sankranti 2025

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Tilgul

A must-have during Makar Sankranti, Tilgul is a sweet made from sesame seeds (til) and jaggery (gul), symbolizing warmth and the hope of a sweet life ahead.

Puran Poli

Puran Poli is a delicious stuffed flatbread made with a sweet filling of chana dal (split chickpeas) and jaggery, flavored with cardamom and nutmeg.

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Gajak is a crunchy sweet made from sesame seeds, jaggery, and sometimes peanuts. The crunchy texture is a delight, and it is often enjoyed with a warm drink like tea or milk.

Gajak

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Other traditional foods

Kochuri

Chakkuli (or Murukku)

Sweetened Pongal

Tilkut