Food holds a special place in all Indian festivals, especially during Holi. Here’s a list of nine unmissable dishes for your Holi 2021 celebrations. By Shreya Kachroo
Holi is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than indulging in all sorts of delicious food items. Here’s a list of our top nine favourite Holi delicacies that we can’t wait to dig into!
1. Gujiya
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The sweet Indian dumpling filled with coconut crumbs, mawa and dry fruits, and encased in a golden pastry crust is a cult favourite. Popularly known as Karanji in Maharashtra and Karnataka, it is a constant in all Holi celebrations. Gujiya can also be customised with rose, chocolate or Gulkand fillings.
2. Thandai
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Enjoyed by millions in India, this flavourful concoction of milk, ghee, spices, dry fruits and saffron is labelled as the official Holi drink. Apart from being delectable, it is known to have a cooling effect on the body.
3. Dahi Bhalla
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This delightful preparation of fried Vadas dunked in generous dollops of sweet curd and sprinkled with red and green chutneys is tempting enough to whip up a big Holi appetite.
4. Malpua
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This sweet Indian pancake is a combination of flour, milk, yoghurt and sometimes even bananas immersed in thick sugar syrup. The deep-fried sugary treat is often served with Rabri.
5. Kachori
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A go-to breakfast option on Holi (and otherwise), these deep-fried, lentil-stuffed savoury balls are usually paired with spiced curd and pickles. #TnLPicks
6. Shakkar Para and Namak Para
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This popular snack could be sweet or savoury based on your preference. The sweet variant is called Shakkar Para and the salty variant is known as Namak para. It is essentially made of fried wheat dough peppered with lots of sugar or salt. A perfect mid-day snack, it goes very well with tea.
7. Puran Poli
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A sweet flatbread made of flour, jaggery, chana dal, spices and ghee is served typically in all Maharashtrian households on the occasion of Holi. The dish is quite popular in South India, too (under different names)!
8. Phirni
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This Indian rice pudding is essentially a thicker version of Kheer but a lot creamier in texture. Usually served in clay bowls garnished with almonds and pistachios, this dessert is not only a palate-pleaser but a visual delight, too.
9. Lassi
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Be it sweet, rose-infused, mint-flavoured, or doused in masala, Lassi is enjoyed by one and all during Holi celebrations. Pair it with Paranthas or Chole Bhature to satiate your festive appetite.
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