What is Flaxseed Pinni?


Flaxseed laddoo is also popularly termed 'alsi di pinni'. It is a traditional northern Indian delicacy, especially in the Punjab region. The sweet is made as the winter season rolls around to offer warmth and sustenance in the cold. The main difference between a traditional laddoo and pinnis is its hearty ingredients, including flaxseeds, makhana with a range of dried seeds and nuts. This is the reason that pinni are made and distributed among close ones as a token of nourishment and warmth.

Cooking Tips for Flaxseed Pinni

 

Get this flax seeds ladoo recipe right on every try with these tips:

 

Shape the flaxseed pinni when the batter is still slightly warm. This allows for the ingredients to bind together perfectly, without turning up crumbly. Moreover, this makes them easier to be shaped into small pinnis. 

 

If you need a little more texture in your alsi laddoo then consider adding coarsely grinding the nuts and seeds, rather than fine. This will give the 'alsi di pinni' a crunchier texture profile. 

 

Another way to elevate the dish and experiment with flavours is by drizzling a touch of rose water or incorporating a small teaspoon of orange zest into the crumbly dough before shaping it. This is optional; you can skip it if the taste of the classic suits your preferences better. 

 

While a Punjabi delicacy, with this recipe you can easily make flaxseed laddoo a revered winter snack in your household. Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta, flaxseeds, mixed nuts, seeds, ghee and sugar are all it takes. Be it for a festival or a simple family gathering, the feeling of creating a hearty treat for your loved ones is unmatched. 



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