As the vibrant festival of Gudi Padwa approaches, it brings with it a burst of colors, joy, and delectable flavors. This auspicious occasion marks the traditional New Year in Maharashtra, celebrated with great enthusiasm and culinary delights. From the irresistible sweetness of Puran Poli to the rich crunch of Kaju Katli, Gudi Padwa is synonymous with indulging in a variety of traditional dishes that symbolize prosperity and happiness. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore some mouthwatering recipes that will add a festive flair to your Gudi Padwa celebrations!
1. Kaju Katli (Cashew Fudge)
Indulge in the deliciousness of the most popular Indian dessert Kaju Katli.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Swadhin Curry Cashews Baby Bits, finely powdered
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- Ghee for greasing
Instructions:
1. Heat water and sugar in a pan, stirring until it forms a syrup.
2. Add the cashew powder and cardamom powder to the syrup.
3. Cook on low heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens and leaves the sides of the pan.
4. Remove from heat and spread the mixture on a greased plate.
5. Allow it to cool, then cut into diamond-shaped pieces.
2. Kaju Anjeer Roll (Cashew Fig Roll)
Bite into the nuttiness of the Kaju Anjeer Roll.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Swadhin Curry Cashews Baby Bits, finely powdered
- 1/2 cup dried figs, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- Silver vark (optional)
Instructions:
1. Heat ghee in a pan and sauté the chopped figs for a few minutes.
2. Add the cashew powder and powdered sugar to the pan.
3. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
5. Roll out the mixture into a thin layer, sprinkle silver vark if desired, and cut into small rolls.
3. Kaju Sheera (Cashew Semolina Pudding)
Savour the yumminess of the Kaju Sheera.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Swadhin Curry Cashews Baby Bits, finely powdered
- 1 cup semolina (rava)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup ghee
- 3 cups water
- A few saffron strands
- Cardamom powder for flavor
Instructions:
1. Heat ghee in a pan and roast the cashew powder and semolina until golden brown.
2. In another pan, heat water and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
3. Slowly add the semolina mixture to the sugar syrup, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
4. Add saffron strands and cardamom powder for flavor.
5. Cook on low heat until the mixture thickens.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cashews.
As we wrap up our culinary journey through these delightful Gudi Padwa recipes, we are reminded of the rich cultural heritage and traditions that make this festival so special. Each dish carries a story, a tradition, and a legacy passed down through generations, symbolizing prosperity, happiness, and the spirit of togetherness. Whether you're indulging in the heavenly flavors of Kaju Sheera or savoring the richness of Kaju Katli, these recipes not only tantalize the taste buds but also evoke a sense of nostalgia and celebration. As we celebrate Gudi Padwa, let's cherish these moments with loved ones, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Here's wishing you a Happy Gudi Padwa filled with love, joy, and delicious culinary delights!
Here are a few cashew grades that are available on our website www.swadhin.co:
All international grades of cashews available by Swadhin in packs of 250, 500 and 700g.
At the Swadhin Cashew Processing Unit in Raigad with the women-led team of cashew entrepreneurs.
1. Swadhin’s 'Super Jumbo' Cashews-210 are the biggest, whole, crunchiest and creamiest cashews. Every ounce contains just about 12 cashew nuts. Each cashew is a storehouse of proteins, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants important for your body. Not overly sweet, they make for perfect snacking partners all through the year.
Swadhin’s 'Super Jumbo' Cashews-210
2. Swadhin 'Super Premium' Cashews-240 are the second-largest cashews from the Konkan variety that are full of flavor and crunchiness. Every ounce contains just about 15 cashew nuts.
Swadhin 'Super Premium' Cashews-240
3. Swadhin Curry Cashew (Baby Bits BB) are baby bits of cashews that are especially broken down into bits so that you can readily use them to grind and add the paste into curries.
Swadhin Curry Cashew (Baby Bits BB)
4. Swadhin Dessert Cashews-LWP are cashews from the Konkan variety that are especially broken into halves so that you can readily use them for garnishing. These are large white pieces of cashews, and each whole cashew nut would give you only 4 or fewer such pieces. 
Swadhin Dessert Cashews-LWP
5. Swadhin Premium Cashews-320 are medium-sized cashews from the Konkan variety that are crunchy and nutritious, but not overly sweet. In one ounce of these cashews, you have about 20 cashew nuts which have energy, minerals and vitamins necessary for your body.
Swadhin Premium Cashews-320
6. Swadhin Regular Cashews-400 are small-sized cashews from the Konkan variety that are crunchy and creamy, and minimally sweet. In one ounce of these cashews, you have about 25 cashew nuts that provide energy, minerals and vitamins necessary for your body.
Swadhin Regular Cashews-400
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