4 Regional Dishes That Add a Burst of Flavours to Your Diwali Celebration!

by Shweta Mallik Azol

The much-awaited and highly celebrated festival of lights is not just another celebration. It is a feeling - of food, love and togetherness. Popularly celebrated as the homecoming of Lord Rama, sweets are the main highlight of the festival! It is also believed to be an auspicious time when Goddess Lakshmi graces the home with wealth and prosperity. Each Indian festival brings along a palate of delightful dishes, and Diwali is no exception. Are you looking forward to cooking the most delicious dishes to make this Diwali a special one? Mentioned below are a few dishes that will add a burst of flavours to your Diwali celebrations!

 

Dink Ladoo

Maharashtrian Dink Ladoos are whole wheat flour truffles made with chunky nuts, edible gum, desi ghee, raisins, and sugar. These nutritious melt-in-mouth ladoos are delicious and healthy, especially during the winters as it helps keep our bodies warm. They are prepared on Diwali as a sweet item and also as a bhog.

 

Khobra Kaakvi Chikki

The Khobra Kaakvi Chikki is unique in its flavour and texture. It is crisp and is thinner than most other chikkis. Its rich flavour of jaggery and coconut makes it an absolute treat. It serves as a perfect sweet dish to munch on during the Diwali festivities and is also a good source of energy. Its plump, crumbly texture is also easier to bite into. If you don't know how to prepare it, order one of the 'sweet and healthy' packs from Aazol, and you'll be covered for both dink ladoos and khobra kaakvi chikkis!

 

Karanji

Known as Ghungra in Gujarat, Karanji in Maharashtra, and Gujia in Rajasthan, these sweet, deep-fried dumplings are a big hit during Holi and Diwali alike. A variety of fillings are used in its preparation across the country. It is made up of a delicious mix of khoya, cardamom, and powdered sugar, and its crunchy and soft texture makes it a dessert to remember!

 

Bhakarwadi

Bhakarwadi is a popular sweet and spicy snack, made with gram flour and shaped into spiral forms. It is stuffed with a mixture of coconut, sesame seeds and poppy seeds. Absolutely delicious to taste, this fried and crispy snack can be stored for weeks and has a long shelf life!

 

Batata Katrya Chi Bhaji

This is one of the most popular side dishes in Maharashtra. It is a recipe of thinly sliced potatoes tempered and cooked with mild spices. It is also quick and easy to make. All you have to do is take the oil in a pan. Once it turns hot, add asafoetida, cumin, curry leaves and mustard seeds. Once they crackle, add some ginger garlic paste and onions. Add a pinch of the Malvani masala, which is a Maharashtrian masala, to instantly elevate the dish. This is a basic Indian potato-based recipe which is versatile and can be repurposed as filling for sandwiches, paranthas and wraps.​​ So, get your hands on the most authentic and homegrown Malvani masala online from Aazol.

 

Relish these tasty dishes and celebrate this Diwali in all its glory!

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