India, Sept. 3 -- Krishna Janmashtami, also called Krishna Jayanti, celebrates Lord Krishna's birth. This year, the festival starts on September 4 at 2:25 AM and ends on September 5 at 12:13 AM. As Janmashtami approaches, temples are decorated, and people are excited to celebrate. During this festival, 56 types of food, known as bhog, along with many other dishes, are prepared for the deity. Many Indian households make a dish called panjiri as prasad for Lord Krishna. Panjiri is considered Lord Krishna's favorite, making it a common offering. There are various ways to prepare panjiri.

This Janmashtami, Nutritionist Simrun Chopra shares five traditional panjiri recipes you can make and offer to the deity.

Dhaniya panjiri is a popular dis...