10 Delicious Winter Dishes In India You Need To Try This Season

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Sarson Ka Saag

A traditional Punjabi dish made with mustard greens and spinach, seasoned with spices and served with makki di roti (cornmeal flatbread). This nutritious meal is perfect for warming up on chilly days.

Palak Paneer served traditionally with Makki di Roti | Shutterstock

Palak Paneer

This creamy spinach curry features cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cooked with spices. Packed with iron and protein, it offers a comforting and nutritious option for any meal.

A look at flavourful Palak Paneer for the winter season | Shutterstock

Ven Pongal

A light and flavorful South Indian dish made from rice and yellow lentils, tempered with cashews, curry leaves, and spices. It’s perfect for breakfast or any time of day.

Traditional Ven Pongal served on a banana leaf | Shutterstock

Paya Soup

A traditional North Indian soup made with trotters (feet of goat or lamb), bones, and spices. It's a rich and nourishing dish that's perfect for winter.

A shot of lip-smacking Paya Soup served with bread | Shutterstock

Undhiyu

A Gujarati mixed vegetable dish cooked with a blend of spices and fresh herbs. Made in an earthen pot, it combines vegetables like yam, potatoes, peas, and eggplant for a hearty and flavourful winter meal.

Undhiyu served with puri | Shutterstock

Gobi Paratha

A stuffed flatbread filled with spiced cauliflower, cooked on a griddle until golden. This hearty dish makes for a delicious breakfast or a satisfying snack on colder days.

Gobi Paratha served with butter | Shutterstock

Nolen Gur Payesh

A traditional Bengali rice pudding made with date palm jaggery (nolen gur). It's a sweet and comforting dessert that's perfect for winter.

Staple winter delicacy, Nolen Gur Payesh | Shutterstock

Gajar Ka Halwa

A sweet winter dessert made with grated carrots, milk, ghee, and sugar. This comforting treat is garnished with nuts and cardamom, making it an iconic winter delicacy.

Luscious Gajar Ka Halwa served in a stylish chalice | Shutterstock

Methi Malai Murg

A rich, creamy chicken dish made with fenugreek leaves and fresh cream. This North Indian favourite is perfect for warming up on chilly evenings and offers delightful flavours.

Delicious Methi Malai Murg served with Basanti Pulao | the_gastronomic_bong/instagram

Gulab Jamun

These deep-fried dough balls are soaked in sugar syrup infused with cardamom and rose water. A sweet treat that’s perfect for festive winter celebrations, providing a delightful end to any meal.

Hot Gulab Jamun that is perfect for winter dessert | Shutterstock

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