# Panjiri

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**Panjiri** is a[2][3] sweet dish from [India](/source/India)[4][5][6][7] which is specially prepared for [Krishna Janmashtami](/source/Krishna_Janmashtami)[8][9][10] festival. The sweet panjiri evolved from an Ayurvedic preparation called *Panchajīraka*.[2]

## Etymology

The term *panjīrī* is derived from [Sanskrit](/source/Sanskrit) word *panchajīraka*[11] which is an [Ayurvedic](/source/Ayurveda) preparation. The term *panchajīraka* is ultimately from Sanskrit elements *panch* (five) and *jīraka* (cumin or herbal ingredients here).[12] Panjiri is prepared by roasting wheat flour in [ghee](/source/Ghee) and adding dry fruits and spices like jeera ([cumin](/source/Cumin)), dhaniya ([coriander](/source/Coriander)), saunth (dry [ginger](/source/Ginger) powder), saunf (fennel) etc. Alternatively, the term *panjeri* is also used in [Rajasthani](/source/Rajasthani_language) dialects.[13]Similarly, term *pañjarī* is used in [Marathi](/source/Marathi_language) and [Gujarati](/source/Gujarati_language) languages. As per *The Molesworth Marathi and English Dictionary, Pañjarī* is sweetmeat composed of five ingredients, viz. ginger, coriander, *ōṃvā* or Ajwaen, pepper (or cocoanut), and sugar. Distributed on birthdays of *Kṛṣṇa* & *Rāma* and of children.[14]

## Regions of use

Panjiri is consumed in [Indian](/source/India) states of [Jammu](/source/Jammu_division),[4][15] [Himachal Pradesh](/source/Himachal_Pradesh),[16] [Punjab](/source/Punjab,_India),[17] [Haryana](/source/Haryana),[18][19] [Rajasthan](/source/Rajasthan), [Gujarat](/source/Gujarat),[20] [Maharashtra](/source/Maharashtra), [Bihar](/source/Bihar), [Uttarakhand](/source/Uttarakhand) and [Uttar Pradesh](/source/Uttar_Pradesh). It is known by the name *Panchjeeraka Gudam* in [Southern Indian](/source/South_India) states.[21]

## Cultural uses

Panjiri is traditionally prepared in the entire Northern, Central and Western India, and is often prepared as a [Prasad](/source/Pras%C4%81da) in [Hindu](/source/Hindus) prayers during [Krishna Janamashtami](/source/Krishna_Janmashtami)[13][10] [Satyanarayan Puja](/source/Satyanarayan_Puja).[22][23] and [Bhagavata Purana Katha](/source/Bhagavata_Purana).[24] The [Braj region](/source/Braj_Region) in Uttar Pradesh is specially known for its traditional Panjiri prepared during Krishna Janamashtami festival.[8] In [Braj culinary tradition](/source/Braj_Cuisine), Panjiri is prepared as a special bhog to commemorate birth of Lord Krishna.[25] Apart from this, Panjiri is also prepared as an offering to [Devtas](/source/Deva_(Hinduism)) on occasions like Shanti Puja, [Havan](/source/Havan), [Trayodashi Vrats](/source/Thrayodashi), [Navratri Vrats](/source/Navratri), [Dussehra](/source/Dussehra), Janamdivas (birthdays) and other events in the [Panchang](/source/Panchang), i.e. Hindu Lunisolar calendar.[9]

## Variations

### Phalahari dhaniya panjiri

This Panjiri is prepared using [Dhaniya](/source/Dhaniya), i.e. coriander seeds and is specifically prepared for [Vrat](/source/Vrata). The wheat flour panjiri is replaced with Dhaniya Panjiri because consuming grains is generally not allowed during fasting, hence this dish is prepared with the powder of coriander seeds, ghee, sugar, almonds and raisins.[26]

### Pushtimargiya panjiri

This special variant of Panjiri is associated with [Pushtimarg Sampradaya](/source/Pushtimarg) of [Vaishnavism](/source/Vaishnavism). Panjiri forms one of the 56 dishes of the *Chhapan Bhog* for [Bhagwan Shrinathji](/source/Shrinathji), form of Bhagwan Krishna. This Panjiri is prepared as a Naivedhya for Shrinathji. The main ingredients used include : *Variyali* (fennel), *Ajmo* (carom), *Dhanna* (coriander), *sunthi* (dry ginger), pepper flakes and *gari* (dry coconut).[27]

### Dogra sund panjiri

In [Jammu region](/source/Jammu_region), a special variation of Panjiri is prepared for winter season & Janamashtami Vrat and is called *Sund Panjiri*. This variation is prepared using lots of dry ginger powder (*sund* in [Dogri](/source/Dogri_language)) and is loaded with dry fruits native to hills of Jammu division.

### Rajasthani gond panjiri

In [Rajasthan](/source/Rajasthan), Panjiri or Panjeri is prepared using edible gum (also known as *Gond* locally). The mixture is used to prepare [laddus](/source/Laddu) out of it.[28]

### Mathura's panchamrit panjiri

This particular variation of panjiri is prepared using atta (wheat flour) as a Prashad for *Satyanarayan Puja*. [Tulasi](/source/Tulasi) leaves (holy basil leaves) are also added to the mixture. It is served along with *Charnamrit* (a yogurt based sweet drink) and is associated with Braj region.[24]

### Phool makhana panjiri

It is prepared using *phool makhanas* (foxnuts) and is specially associated with [Bihari cuisine](/source/Bihari_cuisine).[29]

## See also

- [Satyanarayan Puja](/source/Satyanarayan_Puja)
- [Krishna Janamashtami](/source/Krishna_Janmashtami)
- [Malted milk](/source/Malted_milk)
- [Horlicks](/source/Horlicks)

## References

1. Bahri, Hardev (2 August 2021). [*Rajpal Hindi Shabdkosh*](https://books.google.com/books?id=tmksYDDN_voC&dq=%E0%A4%95%E0%A4%B8%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B0+%E0%A4%AA%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%9C%E0%A5%80%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%80&pg=PA155). Rajpal & Sons. ISBN 9788170280866.

1. Peter, K. V. (2004-03-23). [*Handbook of Herbs and Spices: Volume 2*](https://books.google.com/books?id=VRWkAgAAQBAJ&dq=Panchajiraka&pg=PA211). Elsevier. ISBN 978-1-85573-835-5. In puerperal diseases such as fever, loss of appetite and disordered secretions after delivery, the following preparation called panchajiraka paka is used.

1. SONI, JAYANTI. ["Recipe: Jayanti's Magical Dhaniya Panjiri"](https://www.rediff.com/getahead/report/recipe-jayantis-magical-dhaniya-panjiri/20240605.htm). *Rediff*. Retrieved 2025-02-15. A powdery Indian sweet with panj (from panch) or five key elements, it is derived from the Sanskrit word panchajīraka that siginifies an Ayurvedic concoction.

1. ["Cuisine of Jammu"](https://www.jktdc.co.in/Cuisines-of-jammu.aspx). *www.jktdc.co.in*. Retrieved 2021-08-02. Jammu is famous all over India for Chocolate Barfi, Sund Panjeeri, Patisa and Rajma

1. Malik, Abdul (2021). [*Microbial Biofertilizers and Micronutrient Availability The Role of Zinc in Agriculture and Human Health*](https://books.google.com/books?id=andTEAAAQBAJ&dq=panjiri+pakistan&pg=PA419). Springer International Publishing. p. 419. ISBN 978-3-030-76609-2. It is a staple from Punjab region of Pakistan and India

1. Crooke, William (1888). [*A Rural and Agricultural Glossary for the N.W. Provinces and Oudh*](https://archive.org/details/dli.csl.7411/page/n223/mode/2up). Calcutta: Superintendent of Government Printing. p. 218. ISBN 9788185326009.

1. O'Brien, Charmaine (2013). [*The Penguin Food Guide to India*](https://books.google.com/books?id=BGhBAgAAQBAJ&dq=panjiri+punjabi&pg=PT40). New York: Penguin Books Limited. p. 32. ISBN 9789351185758. Panjiri is a Punjabi sweet made of wheat flour or semolina cooked in ghee to which sugar, dried fruits, and natural gum are added.... These are eaten during winter to ward off cold weather ills and also given to women who are breastfeeding.

1. ["Braj decked up for Janmashtami"](https://www.deccanherald.com/content/353764/braj-decked-up-janmashtami.html). *Deccan Herald*. 2013-08-28. Retrieved 2023-04-19. Preparations for Wednesday’s Krishna Janmashtami, the birthday of Lord Krishna, have reached a crescendo in the whole of Braj region of Uttar Pradesh... Special pakwans (dishes), laddoos, dry fruits, panjeeri, panchamrit are being prepared. Most people fast and eat only after the midnight birth of Krishna.

1. Amrita (2018-04-20). ["Panjiri (Prasad for Indian Pooja)"](http://thefoodsamaritan.com/panjiri-prasad-for-indian-pooja/). *The Food Samaritan*. Retrieved 2023-04-22. Panjiri is one of the Prasad (food offered to Gods and then distributed between the devotees) items which is prepared for Pooja (the Indian prayer sessions) Havan as well as on auspicious days....Shanti Havan, Janamashtami, Navratri, kids’ birthdays, Dussehra and for Trayodashi fasts and other events in the Indian Lunar Calendar. Also it is common within the punjabi diaspora as it has been traditionally sent to them by their families back home.

1. ["Janmashthmi 2020: Why is Panjiri so popular in Janmashtmi?"](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/food-news/why-is-panjiri-so-popular-in-janmashtmi/photostory/77432644.cms). *The Times of India*. 2020-08-09. Retrieved 2021-08-02. Panjiri is one of the quintessential delights of Krishna Janmashtmi bhog. It is offered to Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu on the occasion of his birth anniversary.

1. Lingham), Durgadas (Rodney (2013-05-24). [*Foundations of Ayurveda: Ancient Indian Medical Knowledge for Modern-Day Problems*](https://books.google.com/books?id=O25EAwAAQBAJ&dq=panchajeeraka&pg=PA130). Lulu.com. ISBN 978-1-4477-7049-7.

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1. [*Rājasthānī-Hindī kahāvata-kośa: Aṃ se kā taka kahāvateṃ*](https://books.google.com/books?id=wUJlAAAAMAAJ&q=%E0%A4%AA%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%9C%E0%A5%80%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%80+%E0%A4%9C%E0%A4%A8%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%AE%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B7%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%9F%E0%A4%AE%E0%A5%80) (in Hindi). Rājasthānī Granthāgāra. 2003.

1. Molesworth, J. T. (James Thomas) (1857). ["A dictionary, Marathi and English. 2d ed., rev. and enl"](https://dsal.uchicago.edu/cgi-bin/app/molesworth_query.py?qs=%E0%A4%AA%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%9C%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%80&searchhws=yes). *dsal.uchicago.edu*. Retrieved 2024-04-25.

1. Singh, K. S.; Pandita, K. N.; Charak, Sukh Dev Singh; Rizvi, Baqr Raza; India, Anthropological Survey of (2003). [*Jammu & Kashmir*](https://books.google.com/books?id=9FigAAAAMAAJ&q=jammu+Panjiri). Anthropological Survey of India. ISBN 978-81-7304-118-1.

1. Borah, Jahnabee (2020-08-29). ["Why Himachali cuisine is having a moment"](https://www.livemint.com/mint-lounge/features/why-himachali-cuisine-is-having-a-moment-11598600133557.html). *mint*. Retrieved 2021-08-02. One of them, called panjiri, is a nourishing mix of Himachali grains and nuts, akin to muesli, and can double up as a snack or breakfast item.

1. Malik, Abdul (2021). [*Microbial Biofertilizers and Micronutrient Availability The Role of Zinc in Agriculture and Human Health*](https://books.google.com/books?id=andTEAAAQBAJ&dq=panjiri+pakistan&pg=PA419). Springer International Publishing. p. 419. ISBN 9783030766092. It is a staple from Punjab region of Pakistan and India

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1. ["All you need to know about dhaniya panjiri"](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/food-news/all-you-need-to-know-about-dhaniya-panjiri/articleshow/70771522.cms). *The Times of India*. [ISSN 0971-8257](https://www.worldcat.org/issn/0971-8257). Retrieved 2023-04-19.

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