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As winter approaches, the desire for tasty foods that provide warmth and comfort grows among Indian households. While many foods can do this, one special treat is murabba. Murabba is a traditional Indian sweet made from fruits or vegetables. It is cooked in sugar syrup and often has spices for extra flavour.
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People love murabba not only because it is sweet but also because it gives warmth during the cold winter months. Each type of murabba has its own flavour, making it a delightful treat for everyone. Here are some yummy kinds of murabba to enjoy during the winter season.
Apple Murabba
Apple murabba is a popular winter treat known for its subtle sweetness and smooth texture. Made by simmering fresh apples in a thick sugar syrup, this murabba can be spiced with cardamom or cloves to add a touch of warmth. The apples are carefully peeled and cored before cooking, which helps them absorb the syrup while maintaining their shape. Apple murabba is often consumed with a bit of its syrup on the side, making it a comforting treat with a mild, fruity flavour that pairs perfectly with roti or paratha.
Amla Murabba
Amla murabba is one of the most well-known murabba varieties and is particularly popular in winter due to the abundance of amla (Indian gooseberries) during this season. Amla is first boiled and then simmered in sugar syrup until it becomes soft and sweet, yet retains a slight tanginess. Spices like cardamom or saffron are sometimes added for extra flavour. Amla murabba is not only delicious but also known for its health benefits, as amla is rich in vitamin C, which can help boost immunity during the colder months.
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Orange Murabba
Orange murabba is a refreshing and zesty preserve made from whole or sliced oranges. This murabba offers a perfect balance of sweetness and citrussy tang, making it a favourite for those who enjoy bright, fruity flavours. The oranges are cooked slowly in sugar syrup until they turn soft and the rind becomes tender, absorbing the sweetness of the syrup. Orange murabba can be enjoyed as a spread on bread or simply on its own as a sweet snack, bringing a burst of sunshine to winter meals.
Carrot Murabba
Carrot murabba is a vibrant and mildly sweet preserve made by cooking grated or sliced carrots in sugar syrup. It has a rich colour and a gentle sweetness that highlights the natural flavour of the carrots. This murabba is often flavoured with cardamom or nutmeg to add warmth and aroma, making it an ideal dessert or snack during winter. Carrot murabba pairs wonderfully with flatbreads and can also be served as a side dish with savoury meals, offering a sweet contrast to spicier dishes.
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Ginger Murabba
Ginger murabba is a spicy-sweet preserve that is perfect for warming up during the chilly winter days. Made from fresh ginger root, this murabba has a strong, sharp flavour that is mellowed by the sweetness of the sugar syrup. The ginger slices are boiled and then cooked slowly in the syrup until they become soft but retain their natural zest. Ginger murabba is often eaten in small quantities due to its intense flavour, but it is highly enjoyable for those who appreciate the unique heat and warmth that ginger provides.
Cherry Murabba
Cherry murabba is a delightful treat that combines the tartness of cherries with the rich sweetness of sugar syrup. This murabba is made by cooking fresh cherries in syrup until they plump up and become glossy, absorbing the syrup’s sweetness while retaining some of their natural tang. The vibrant colour and juicy texture make cherry murabba a visually appealing and flavourful dessert. It’s perfect for those who enjoy a balance of sweet and sour in their preserves, and it pairs well with bread or as a topping for desserts.
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Bael Murabba
Bael murabba, made from the wood apple (bael fruit), is a lesser known but highly cherished variety of murabba in many parts of India. The hard shell of the bhel fruit is broken open to reveal its fibrous pulp, which is then cooked in sugar syrup until it softens and sweetens. The resulting preserve has a unique texture and a slightly tart flavour that is balanced by the syrup’s sweetness. Bael murabba is enjoyed by those who like a murabba with a bit more texture and a distinct, tangy taste.
