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Apart from Mathura, Vrindavan, Shri Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated with great pomp in every corner of India and abroad. In Mathura, Vrindavan and Dwarka cities, preparations for the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna start months in advance. Everyone waits for the moment when Lord Krishna was born. People observe fast on the day of Janmashtami and break the fast after seeing the moon at midnight. On this day, Kanha’s favorite offerings, Makhan Mishri, Peda, Curd and Panjiri are offered. Making special coriander panjiri for puja has special significance. Coriander Panjiri is considered the best. You might have eaten flour Panjiri but make sure to make special Coriander Panjiri once and eat it. Quickly note down the recipe of Coriander Panjiri.

Ingredients to make Coriander Panjiri

• Coriander powder- 2 cups
• Ghee- ¼ cup
• Cashews – 10-12 chopped
• Almonds – 10-12 chopped
• Makhana- 1 cup
• Powdered sugar – ½ cup
• Cardamom powder- 1/2 tsp

Coriander Panjiri Recipe

First step- To make Coriander Panjiri, first take whole coriander and dry roast it on medium flame. Cut cashews, almonds and makhana into small pieces to add to the panjiri.

Second step- Add 1 spoon desi ghee in a pan and fry cashew-almonds and makhana. When the roasted coriander cools down, grind it coarsely in a mixer.
Third step- Now mix ground coriander, dry fruits and powdered sugar in the bowl. Add cardamom powder and remaining ghee to it and mix it well.
Fourth step- Tasty and easy Coriander Panjiri is ready. For this you will not even need to fry flour. Offer this Panjiri to Lord Krishna and later eat it yourself as Prasad.
Fifth step-If you do not like the taste of coriander panjiri alone, then you can also add some roasted flour to it. This Panjiri is not only tasty in taste but is also very beneficial for health.