In Maharashtra, Makar Sakranti is incomplete without the preparation of tilachi poli— a sweet and ghee-laden flat bread prepared using til and jaggery.
In Maharashtra, the festival of Makar Sakranti is incomplete without the aroma of tilachi poli wafting through the house. As the sun begins its northward journey and winter begins to loosen its grip, kitchens come alive with the warmth of jaggery, roasted sesame seeds, and ghee.
Tilachi poli is not just a festive sweet but a symbol of togetherness, nourishment, and the simple joy of sharing. Traditionally prepared to mark the harvest festival, this soft, golden flatbread balances nutty til with molten gud and brings comfort in every bite. Best served warm and accompanied by a generous drizzle of ghee, tilachi poli is a reminder that some traditions are best preserved exactly as they are—slow, soulful, and deeply rooted in home.