Pinni
Punjabi dessert eaten mostly in winter
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Pinni is a type of Punjabi and North Indian cuisine dish that is eaten mostly in winters. It is served as a dessert and is made from desi ghee,[1] wheat flour, jaggery and almonds. Raisins may also be used.[1] Urad dal pinni is a variety of pinni.[2]"Alsi pinni, from Punjab contains flaxseed.[3]
Pinni is also a general term for desserts or sweets prepared in a round shape.[2]
Ingredients
For added flavor, khoya is used in the pinnis.[4] Pinni is a joint sweet dish in North India and the Punjab region, also called pindi.[5] Pinnis do not go bad for a lengthy time and do not require to be chilled. Pinnis are covered with crushed cardamom and preferably served warm with tea or warm dairy.[6]
