5 best winter dishes made from peanuts

New Delhi: Peanuts are a popular snack during winters in India. People sit in the sun and enjoy it with family and friends. Peanuts are not only crunchy and delicious, but they also contain plenty of protein, healthy fats, and energy. These help in keeping the body warm in cold weather and are also considered beneficial for health.

Generally, peanuts are eaten roasted or mixed with poha, but many people do not know that many unique and delicious dishes can be made from it. When you prepare and serve these dishes, everyone will praise your cooking. Here are five great peanut dishes for winter, which are easy to make at home.

Peanut Thecha

Peanut Thecha It is a famous dish of Maharashtra, which is known for its spicy and tangy taste. To make this, fry peanuts, green chillies and garlic in a pan. Then grind them coarsely in a mixer or mortar and add salt. Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, and when they start crackling, add the ground peanut mixture. This spicy thecha tastes delicious with bhakri, roti or dal-rice.

Peanut Pudding

Peanut Pudding A rich and comforting dessert, much loved in winters. Roast the peanuts, remove their skin and grind them coarsely. Heat ghee in a pan and fry the peanut paste well. Then add milk and cook until it thickens. Add sugar and keep stirring until the pudding becomes thick. Garnish with cardamom powder and dry fruits. Serve it hot.

Peanut Pulao

Peanut Casserole A great option if you are bored with simple vegetable pulao. Soak the rice and fry the peanuts lightly. Heat oil in a pressure cooker, add cumin seeds, onion and green chillies. Then add rice, peanuts, salt and water and cook for two whistles. Garnish with fresh coriander and enjoy this delicious winter meal.

Peanut Laddus

Peanut Laddus An ideal dessert for winters, which provides warmth and energy. Roast peanuts and make a coarse powder. Melt jaggery in a pan and add peanut powder to it. Shape the mixture into laddus and garnish with cashew nuts or almond pieces.

Peanut Kadhi

Peanut Kadhi There is a unique dish, which is very popular in Gujarat. Grind roasted peanuts into a paste and cook it with mustard seeds, cumin, asafoetida, ginger and green chillies. Add spices and water and cook until it boils. Garnish with coriander and serve hot with rice.