7 Microwave Recipes That’ll Be the Star of Your Makar Sankranti Feast!

Makar Sankranti, that festive season when all the kitchens are full of festivities and homes are filled with the aroma of traditional agrarian delicacies. But let’s face it — there is so much going into an elaborate holiday meal. 

Why don’t we let you know that your microwave oven is your ticket to making delicious food in the shortest amount of time possible? You can microwave both old favorite treats and the newer delicacies too!

So whether you are on a time crunch or simply looking for recipes that simplify your cooking, here we present 7 Microwave Recipes that will make you talk of your Makar Sankranti parties. 

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How the Microwave Can Help in a Holiday Cookout

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There’s nothing wrong with microwaves as a way to reheat leftovers, because they’re multifunctional: bake, steam, roast, even grill. Convection, auto-cook, and accurate temperature control in the microwaves of today are the convenience features to make a whole festive menu at a snap.

Why Choose Microwaves for Makar Sankranti?

• Convection Technology: For even cooking, great for baking or roasting.
• Auto-Cook Settings: Saves time with presets.
• Elegant Design: Brings style to your kitchen.

Recipes

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Recipe 1: Til Chikki (Sesame Brittle)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sesame seeds
• ½ cup jaggery, grated
• 1 tsp ghee
• A pinch of cardamom powder

Instructions:

1. Heat sesame seeds for 2 minutes on high power in the microwave, stirring halfway through.
2. Microwave jaggery and ghee for 2 minutes in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir until smooth.
3. Mix roasted sesame seeds and cardamom powder with the melted jaggery.
4. Spread the mixture on a greased baking sheet and let it cool.
5. Cut into pieces and serve.

Recipe 2: Gur ki Kheer (Jaggery Rice Pudding)

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice, soaked
• 4 cups milk
• ½ cup jaggery
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
• Chopped nuts for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix rice and milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on medium for 10 minutes.
2. Add jaggery and cardamom powder. Microwave for 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Garnish with nuts and serve warm.

Recipe 3: Makki ki Roti (Cornmeal Flatbread)

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cornmeal
• Warm water
• Ghee for greasing

Instructions:

1. Mix cornmeal with warm water and knead into a smooth dough.
2. Shape into discs with your hands.
3. Microwave each disc for 1–2 minutes on a greased plate.
4. Brush with ghee and serve hot with sarson ka saag.

Recipe 4: Peanut Ladoo

Ingredients:

• 1 cup roasted peanuts
• ½ cup jaggery, grated
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Grind roasted peanuts into a powder.
2. Mix in jaggery and salt.
3. Microwave the mixture for 1 minute to soften.
4. Shape into balls and let cool.

Recipe 5: Sweet Pongal

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice
• ½ cup moong dal
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup jaggery
• Ghee, cashews, and raisins for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine rice, moong dal, and milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on medium for 15 minutes.
2. Add jaggery and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Garnish with ghee, cashews, and raisins. Serve warm.

Recipe 6: Microwave Dhokla

Ingredients:

• 1 cup besan (gram flour)
• 1 tsp eno (fruit salt)
• ½ cup yogurt
• Water as needed
• Spices for seasoning

Instructions:

1. Mix besan, yogurt, and water into a thick batter.
2. Stir in eno gently. Pour the batter into a greased microwave-safe bowl.
3. Microwave on high for 5–6 minutes.
4. Garnish with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies before serving.

Recipe 7: Gajar ka Halwa (Carrot Pudding)

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Ingredients:

• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 tbsp ghee
• Nuts for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix carrots, milk, and sugar in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes.
2. Add ghee and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Garnish with nuts and serve hot.

Why Glen India for Makar Sankranti?

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Festivals need appliances you can trust, and Glen microwaves have the power to do everything. Whether you’re preparing traditional recipes or trying something new, Glen’s high-tech system delivers consistent results.

Learn about Glen microwaves here and make your Makar Sankranti feast hassle-free and delicious.

Conclusion

This Makar Sankranti, sit back and enjoy the festivities while your microwave does all the hard work. From quick treats to classic flatbreads, these dishes prove that the microwave is not just a handy tool but a kitchen transformer.

Looking to become a better cook? Choose Glen India for hassle-free and delicious food this festive season!