Many parts of north India will get ready to celebrate Baisakhi on April 13 as India’s eastern states will revel in Poila Baisakh only a few days later on April 15.

Both festivals celebrate the spring harvest festival and mark the New Year in the respective regions with culture with festivities but none of them are complete without food. There are so many different specialities made during this time, nothing like enjoying some sweet dishes for Baisakhi, while savour other unique dishes for Poila Baisakhi to tantalise the taste buds.

During this time, many may order food but there are others who simply soak in the joy of cooking with their family and friends. Whether you’re gathering with family or enjoying a quiet moment, food has a way of bringing people together. 

Here are six mouth-watering sweet dishes from the podcast that will elevate your Baisakhi and Poila Baisakhi celebrations. While the first one is by Puja Darshan, who is the host of 'The Taste of India’ podcast on Audible, the other is by chef Roopa Nabar, associated with TTK Prestige.

Mango Phirni

Ingredients:
Mango pulp 1 cup
Basmati rice (raw) 4 tbsp
Milk (full fat) 4 cups
Condensed milk 3/4 cup
Cardamom powder 1 tsp
Saffron strands 10–12 nos
Pistachios, chopped 1/4 cup 
Whole almonds, chopped 1/4 cup