Diwali 2023: Traditional recipes from different states

By Chayanika Das

Published on Nov 07, 2023 12:19 pm IST

Here are a few traditional Diwali dishes from various parts of the country that you should savor during this Festival of Lights.

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A proper feast is an essential part of any festival's celebrations. Diwali, the eagerly awaited festival of the year, is just around the corner. It's a tradition during this festival to prepare and share a wide range of delicious snacks and sweets with family and friends. Here, we present a selection of traditional dishes from various parts of the country that you must try during this Festival of Lights.(Pinterest)

Published on Nov 07, 2023 12:19 pm IST

A proper feast is an essential part of any festival's celebrations. Diwali, the eagerly awaited festival of the year, is just around the corner. It's a tradition during this festival to prepare and share a wide range of delicious snacks and sweets with family and friends. Here, we present a selection of traditional dishes from various parts of the country that you must try during this Festival of Lights.(Pinterest)

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Chorafali (Gujarat): This snack is prepared using a blend of gram flour, urad flour, aamchoor powder, red chili powder, and black salt, then deep-fried to create a delightful treat. (Pinterest)

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Chorafali (Gujarat): This snack is prepared using a blend of gram flour, urad flour, aamchoor powder, red chili powder, and black salt, then deep-fried to create a delightful treat. (Pinterest)

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Anarsa (Maharashtra): This delectable combination of sweet and savory snack plays a significant role in Maharashtrian Diwali festivities. It is crafted from a mixture of rice flour and jaggery, which is then deep-fried to perfection. (Pinterest)

Published on Nov 07, 2023 12:19 pm IST

Anarsa (Maharashtra): This delectable combination of sweet and savory snack plays a significant role in Maharashtrian Diwali festivities. It is crafted from a mixture of rice flour and jaggery, which is then deep-fried to perfection. (Pinterest)

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Mawa Kachori (Rajasthan): Hailing from Jodhpur, Rajasthan, this delectable dish offers a sweeter twist on the traditional salted kachori. It features a filling of mawa/khoya, mixed dry fruits, and is delicately dipped in a sugar syrup, creating a delightful dessert. (Pinterest)

Published on Nov 07, 2023 12:19 pm IST

Mawa Kachori (Rajasthan): Hailing from Jodhpur, Rajasthan, this delectable dish offers a sweeter twist on the traditional salted kachori. It features a filling of mawa/khoya, mixed dry fruits, and is delicately dipped in a sugar syrup, creating a delightful dessert. (Pinterest)

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Shufta (Kashmir): A delightful sweet dish created by combining an assortment of mixed dry fruits and spices, coated with a sugar syrup for a flavorful treat.(Pinterest)

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Shufta (Kashmir): A delightful sweet dish created by combining an assortment of mixed dry fruits and spices, coated with a sugar syrup for a flavorful treat.(Pinterest)

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Gavvalu (Andhra Pradesh): These delightful sweet shells are fried in either oil or ghee and then soaked in a syrup made from sugar or jaggery, making them a delectable treat. (Pinterest)

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Gavvalu (Andhra Pradesh): These delightful sweet shells are fried in either oil or ghee and then soaked in a syrup made from sugar or jaggery, making them a delectable treat. (Pinterest)

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Narikol Laru (Assam): A well-loved Assamese dessert crafted primarily from coconut. It incorporates additional ingredients such as green cardamom powder, ghee, and sugar to enhance its flavor. (Pinterest)

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Narikol Laru (Assam): A well-loved Assamese dessert crafted primarily from coconut. It incorporates additional ingredients such as green cardamom powder, ghee, and sugar to enhance its flavor. (Pinterest)

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Chayanika Das

Chayanika Das is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times. She focuses on the gallery section, covering news and lifestyle, and also writes features. Read Less ...Read More

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