Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Amaranth flour | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Neutral |
 Pistachios, chopped | 35 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Fennel seeds | 2 g | Sweet, Pungent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Ghee | 72 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Jaggery, grated | 75 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Green cardamom | 1 g | Sweet, Pungent · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Warm the ghee in a heavy pan and add the amaranth flour.
- Roast over low heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture becomes aromatic and evenly golden.
- Add the chopped pistachios, fennel seeds and cook for two more minutes.
- Remove from the heat, cool until merely warm, and mix in the jaggery and cardamom.
- Break up any clumps and serve one small spoonful at a time.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (North Indian panjiri tradition)
Amaranth Panjiri is a dry roasted flour-and-ghee sweet traditionally served in small spoonfuls. Vata: take with warm milk if suitable. Pitta: moderate ghee and warming spice. Kapha: use a very small portion and reduce sweetener.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Amaranth Panjiri
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (48g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 461 kcal | 224 kcal |
| Protein | 10.0 g | 4.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 57.8 g | 28.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 2.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | 7.9 g |
| Total Fat | 22.5 g | 10.9 g |
| Calcium | 124.6 mg | 60.4 mg |
| Iron | 6.80 mg | 3.30 mg |
| Magnesium | 175.0 mg | 84.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 385.8 mg | 187.1 mg |
| Potassium | 561 mg | 272 mg |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 3 mg |
| Zinc | 2.03 mg | 0.98 mg |
| Copper | 0.42 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Manganese | 2.23 mg | 1.08 mg |
| Selenium | 12.1 µg | 5.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 3.1 mg | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 126.6 µg | 61.4 µg |
| Vitamin E | 4.62 mg | 2.24 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.3 µg | 0.6 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.14 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.14 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.69 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.49 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 54.4 µg | 26.4 µg |
| Choline | 46.5 mg | 22.5 mg |
