Desi Punjabi Desi Gur 1 Kg

The Authentic, Unrefined Sweetness of Punjab

Discover the deep, traditional, and wholesome sweetness of Desi Punjabi Desi Gur in a generous 1kg block. This authentic sweetener, available at Ideal Indiska in Stockholm, is traditional, unrefined jaggery made from concentrated sugarcane juice. It is celebrated for its rich, complex flavor profile with deep notes of molasses and caramel, a world away from refined white sugar. "Desi Gur" is a cherished ingredient in many North Indian and particularly Punjabi households, used for sweetening everything from winter beverages to festive desserts.

Understanding Desi Gur (Jaggery)

Gur, or Jaggery, is one of the most ancient sweeteners in the world. It is made by boiling down raw sugarcane juice until it solidifies.

• Rich, Molasses-like Flavor: Unlike the one-dimensional taste of white sugar, Gur offers a distinctive warm, deep, and slightly caramelly sweetness that adds a unique character to foods and drinks.
• Natural Dark Colour: Its unrefined nature and high molasses content give it a beautiful natural color, ranging from golden brown to deep, dark brown.
• A More Wholesome Sweetener (Traditional View): Because it is unrefined, jaggery retains more of the trace minerals and vitamins found in sugarcane juice, such as iron, magnesium, and potassium. In Ayurveda, it is often preferred over refined sugar.
• Versatile in Indian Cooking: Used extensively in North Indian and Punjabi cuisine for a wide range of applications, both sweet and savory.
• Warming Properties (Traditional Belief): Gur is considered to have warming properties ("Taseer"), making it a popular ingredient during the colder winter months in dishes like Panjiri or in beverages.

How to Use Your Desi Gur Block

The solid block of Gur can be easily used by grating, shaving, or breaking off pieces.

• Sweetening Beverages: Grate or break a small piece into your Masala Chai , Green Tea or warm milk for an authentic, rustic sweetness.
• Indian Sweets (Mithai): The essential sweetener for traditional sweets like Til ke Ladoo (sesame balls), Peanut Chikki (brittle), Panjiri, and various types of Halwa and Kheer.
• Punjabi & North Indian Dishes: Adds a characteristic sweetness to some savory dishes to balance flavors, such as in certain lentil preparations (dals) or Saag.
• As a Healthy Treat: In many parts of India, a small piece of Gur is enjoyed after a meal as a simple dessert and digestive aid.

A Swedish Connection?

You can think of Desi Gur as a more rustic and intensely flavorful version of Swedish brunt farinsocker (brown sugar) or muscovadosocker. While those have molasses added back in, Gur retains its natural molasses from the start, giving it a deeper and more complex flavor that is perfect for authentic recipes.

Your Stockholm Source for Traditional Indian Sweeteners

At Ideal Indiska, we are your dedicated Indian and Pakistani grocery store in Stockholm. We are passionate about bringing you authentic, traditional ingredients like Desi Punjabi Desi Gur. With our reliable local Stockholm delivery and DHL shipping across Sweden and all of Europe, you can enjoy the true taste of tradition, no matter where you are.

Product Details:

• Brand: Desi
• Product: Punjabi Desi Gur (Traditional Jaggery Block)
• Weight: 1kg
• Form: Solid, Unrefined Sugarcane Block
• Flavor Profile: Rich, Sweet, Molasses-like, Caramel notes, Earthy
• Key Features: Traditional Unrefined Sweetener, Distinctive Flavor, Solid Block Form
• Origin:  India/Pakistan
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or keep in an airtight container to prevent it from absorbing moisture and becoming sticky.