Navroz, the Parsi New Year, on the 20th March 2025 is a festival of joy, renewal, and togetherness. It marks the arrival of spring and is celebrated with prayers, festivities, and a grand feast. Traditional Parsi dishes bring families together, blending rich Persian and Indian flavours into recipes that have been passed down for generations.
If you’re looking to celebrate Navroz with an authentic Parsi feast, here are five must-try dishes. And with Wipro kitchen appliances, preparing these delicacies becomes effortless while maintaining their traditional essence.
1. Dhansak – A Hearty Lentil and Meat Stew
Dhansak is one of the most iconic Parsi dishes, traditionally made on special occasions. It combines lentils, vegetables, and spices with mutton (or a vegetarian alternative) to create a wholesome, flavourful dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup toor dal
- ½ cup masoor dal
- ½ cup chana dal
- 500g mutton (or vegetables for a Parsi veg food recipe)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tbsp dhansak masala
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
Instructions:
- Pressure cook all dals with water until soft.
- In a pan, heat oil and sauté onions until golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste, tomatoes, and spices. Cook until fragrant.
- Add mutton and cook until tender. (Use the Wipro Elato FMG 206 Mixer Grinder to blend the cooked dals into a smooth mixture.)
- Mix everything together and simmer until thick. Serve with caramelized brown rice.
2. Patra ni Machhi – Steamed Fish in Banana Leaves
A traditional Parsi food recipe, Patra ni Machhi features fish coated in a tangy green chutney, wrapped in banana leaves, and steamed. This dish is a must-have in Navroz feasts and celebrations.
Ingredients:
- 4 fish fillets (pomfret or any white fish)
- 1 cup fresh coriander leaves
- ½ cup mint leaves
- 2 green chillies
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt to taste
- Banana leaves for wrapping
Instructions:
- Blend coriander, mint, green chillies, lemon juice, cumin, sugar, and salt into a smooth chutney using the Wipro Elato Mixer Grinder.
- Coat the fish fillets with the chutney and wrap them in banana leaves.
- Place in the Wipro Vesta OTG at 180°C and steam for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve hot with steamed rice.
3. Sali Boti – Spicy Mutton with Crispy Potato Straws
Sali Boti is a flavorful, slow-cooked Parsi dish, made with tender mutton and topped with crispy potato straws (sali). This classic recipe is a staple at weddings and festive gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 500g mutton, cubed
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups potato straws (fried)
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions until golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste, tomatoes, spices, vinegar, and sugar. Cook well.
- Add mutton and cook until tender. (Use the Wipro Elato FMG 206 Mixer Grinder to prepare a smooth masala paste.)
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy potato straws.
4. Berry Pulao – A Fragrant, Sweet & Spiced Rice Dish
Berry Pulao is a Persian-inspired Parsi veg food recipe that blends saffron-infused rice with dried berries and nuts. It is a festive delicacy, loved for its unique sweet and savoury combination.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- ½ cup dried cranberries or barberries
- 1 cup mixed nuts (cashews, almonds)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp saffron soaked in warm milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Cook basmati rice until fluffy using the Wipro Elato Multicooker Kettle.
- In a pan, heat ghee and sauté onions, nuts, and dried berries.
- Mix in the cooked rice, cinnamon, and saffron milk.
- Cover and let it steam for a few minutes before serving.
5. Lagan nu Custard – A Classic Parsi Dessert
Lagan nu Custard is a rich, baked dessert Parsi dish, infused with cardamom and nuts. Traditionally served at all celebrations, this dessert is a symbol of indulgence and festivity.
Ingredients:
- 500ml full-cream milk
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- ¼ cup chopped nuts
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
Instructions:
- Heat milk and sugar until dissolved. Let it cool.
- Beat eggs and mix in vanilla essence, cardamom, and nuts.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and place in the Wipro Vesta CGTG01 OTG.
- Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes or until set. Serve chilled.
How Wipro Appliances Make All the Difference in Navroz Cooking
Cooking Parsi food recipes for Navroz requires efficiency and precision, and Wipro kitchen appliances make it effortless while preserving authenticity. The Wipro Elato Mixer Grinder, with its 1000W heavy-duty copper motor, ensures smooth spice blends and chutneys for Dhansak, Sali Boti, and Patra ni Machhi.
For steaming, baking, and roasting, in Patra ni Machhi to Lagan nu Custard the Wipro Vesta OTG with a 28L capacity and six-stage heating is the perfect appliance.
Meanwhile, the Wipro Elato Multicooker Kettle, with a rust-proof SS304 body and dual temperature control, simplifies cooking rice, boiling, and quick meal prep, making dishes like Berry Pulao easier to prepare.
With these advanced appliances, traditional Parsi dishes can be made effortlessly, allowing you to enjoy festive cooking without the hassle.
Conclusion
Navroz is a time of joy, togetherness, and of course, good food. These Parsi dishes bring warmth and tradition to the table, making the celebrations even more special. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or trying these recipes for the first time, Wipro kitchen appliances will make the process seamless and enjoyable.
So, this Navroz, bring home the flavours of tradition Parsi food and get these Wipro kitchen appliances for your kitchen!
