Holidays & Festivals

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Besan Sev (Crispy Indian Snack)

Diwali, Gluten Free, Holi, Quick & Easy, Snacks, Vegan

Besan sev is a popular savory crispy snack, which is made in almost every household in India. These noodle-like Sev are so tasty that when you start munching, it’s often difficult to stop. This is a quick and easy recipe. Besan Sev is a great snack to make in bulk as it stays fresh for months.

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Aloo Chaat (Spicy Potato Snack)

Appetizers, Chaat, Gluten Free, Navaratri, Quick & Easy, Snacks, Street Food Recipes, Vegan

Aloo Chaat, which is a spicy potato snack. Aloo chaat is a popular snack found at north Indian road side vendors. This is one of the very few chaats served without any chutney. However you can always add cilantro and tamarind chutney. This recipe is inspired by the chaat I used to enjoy near my childhood home in India. I incorporated a special spice mix also known as chaat masala and would suggest trying this recipe without chutney. This mouthwatering chaat is just perfect for anyone who loves spicy food.

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Rabri (Malai – Kerchan)

Desserts, Diwali, Gluten Free, Krishna Janmashtami, Navaratri

Rabri or rabadi is a North Indian delicacy. It is served as a dessert. Rabri is a reduced milk, cooked little differently instead of creamy rubri is lumpy. I like this dish because you can serve alone or over malpua, jalebi, gulab jamun, or waffles. There are countless combinations you can come up with.

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Atta Ka Ladoo

Desserts, Ganesh Chaturthi, Holi, Snacks

Atta Ka Ladoo, is a rich, sweet dessert or snack. There are so many variations of Ladoos. They are made using different flours, milk and nuts. Atta Ka Ladoo is commonly made in every house hold with some variations. It is a simple recipe with few ingredients, but the texture and taste is amazing!

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Peanut Chikki (Peanut Brittle)

Diwali, Gluten Free, Kid-Friendly, Makar Sankranti, Quick & Easy, Snacks

Peanut chikki or peanut brittle is a delicious homemade candy. This recipe is super simple and easy with very few ingredients, peanuts, sugar and touch of ginger and salt. Ginger adds a very nice tanginess to the chikki.

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Vegetable Rice Cutlets

Appetizers, Gluten Free, Krishna Janmashtami, Navaratri, Snacks, Vegan

Vegetable rice cutlets are great as an appetizer or snack for any get together. These cutlets are made with rice blended with mixed vegetables. This is an easy and quick recipe to make. Vegetable rice cutlets are crisp outside and soft inside. Try it!

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Eggless Vanilla Cake with Strawberry Sauce

Desserts, Diwali

Eggless Vanilla Mini Cakes, they are simply delicious. These cakes are moist and soft with the perfect amount of sweetness. The vanilla cake is nicely paired with hot strawberry sauce.

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Hara Bhara Kabab – Vegetable Cutlet

Appetizers, Diwali, Gluten Free, Party Recipes, Snacks, Vegan

Hara bhara kabab is a popular tasty treat in Indian restaurants. This spicy delicious snack is deep fried made with spinach and potatoes flavored with spice mix. Hara bhara kabab is crispy outside and soft inside. Hara Bhara Kebabs are absolutely delicious and looks like cutlets.

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Seviyan (Vermicelli) Kheer Dessert

Desserts, Karwa Chauth, Kid-Friendly, Krishna Janmashtami, Makar Sankranti, Navaratri, Yugadi

Seviyan or vermicelli kheer, is a traditional popular dessert. Seviyans are thin long strings that looks very much like spaghetti however process if different. Seviyan is a delicious and an easy recipe to make. Basic seviyan is made with milk, seviyan and sugar, and then flavored with cardamom. Garnish with sliced almonds and pistachios and you have a delicious dish!

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Chakli (Crispy Rice Snack)

Diwali, Holidays & Festivals, Snacks, Vegan

Chakli a popular snack all throughout India. Chakli is a crispy and delicious snack that is prepared for holidays. It is perfect with a hot cup of Chai. In my opinion, chakli is a must-have munchie! Chakli is prepared many different ways using different pulses with rice. I plan on making Chakli with rice flour and moong dal.

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Rava Laddu (Sooji Ladoo)

Desserts, Diwali, Ganesh Chaturthi, Holidays & Festivals, Navaratri, Quick & Easy, Snacks

Rava ladoo is a traditional Maharashtrian sweet. This is a popular ladoo prepared almost in every household for all the festivals. Rava ladoo is a simple and easy recipe but still exotic. Rava ladoo is made with roasted rava (sooji), coconut, ghee, sugar and nuts.

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Carrot Burfi (Gajar Ki Burfi)

Desserts, Diwali, Gluten Free

Carrot Burfi or carrot fudge is a classic Indian dessert made with carrot and milk. This burfi is packed with all the goodness of carrots. Carrot burfi taste absolutely divine. Everyone enjoys traditional homemade methai (sweet). Carrot burfi is perfect for special occasions.Gajar Burfi-Delicious fudge made from carrots.

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Cocktail Green Peas Samosa

Appetizers, Diwali, Holi, Party Recipes, Snacks, Vegan

Cocktail green peas samosas are tasty treat. These bite-sized crispy samosas are filled with spicy green peas. This was my mother’s go-to appetizer for special occasions, and she received many compliments. My cooking style is greatly influenced by my mother, a true inspiration! Of course they taste out of this word when served hot. Serve with tamarind chutney.

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Sweet (Boundi) Boondi

Desserts, Diwali, Krishna Janmashtami, Navaratri, Vegan

Boondies are a mouthwatering snack like dessert. Boondies are small fried round drops made with gram flour (besan). Traditionally ladoos are made from sweet boondies. Ladoos are popular for special occasions, like graduation, marriage, birth of child etc.

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Nimki (Salted Fried Crackers)

Diwali, Holi, Kid-Friendly, Snacks, Vegan

Nimki (Namak Para) is a popular classic savory snack. You can serve nimkies with pickle at tea time, or enjoy as is! For all those upcoming holidays nimkies make a good snack to have around. They also make good homemade holiday gift.

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