I have very fond memories associated with Karachi Halwa (also known as Bombay Halwa in South India). My Uncle was doctor and hosted an annual party for his fellow doctor friends at his home. These parties were the only occasions on which non-vegetarian food and alcohol was allowed into my Grandparents home (It is a long story and...
Diwali (called Deepavali in the South) is the renowned Indian festival of lights. It is the time families and friends come together to celebrate. And where there is a celebration there is always food aplenty.
Here are a collection of Diwali recipes for sweets and savories that you could try this Diwali and enjoy with your near and dear ones.
Kodubale is a spicy crispy rice murukku from Karnataka. I super delighted to have made this snack which is a spicier version of my favourite Chegodilu from my home state of Andhra Pradesh. This recipe was suggested to make by my friend Aparna Sitaraman who has taken it upon herself to suggest recipes to me this...
Mysore Pak. For me this traditional sweet is forever synonymous with the joy and happiness associated with a family activity. My mother was the Queen of Mysore Pak (may be that is why I did not try it out so many years, afraid of not being able to match her). Amma used to rope in both...
Every Diwali, one of the challenges for working women is how to make wonderful sweets and savouries at home to keep up with tradition while balancing work and other responsibilities. I can quite identify with this because I have seen my Mom and Aunts deal with it and am now facing the same dilemma. Just as...
Singhar ji Barfi or as it is often called Sev Burfi is a very famous Sindhi sweet. I was introduced to it while I was studying for my engineering degree by my friend Bindu Kodwaney. One Diwali she took me to this wonderful place called Tharu Sweets in Bandra, Mumbai and introduced me to this wonderful, wonderful sweet one...
Shakkar Pare (called Shankarpali in Maharashtra and Sweet Diamond Maida Biscuits in South India) are crunchy-muchies of the sweet sort that are a great favourite with Indians. Commonly made during festivals such as Diwali or Holi, these sweet treats are quite popular with young and old alike. Want more recipes for snacks? Try my recipes for Poha Chivda, Kolhapuri Bhadang, Kodubale, Chegodilu,...
Diwali is just a couple of days away! I have been meaning to do this post for a while but time just got away from me. Here is are some recipes of easy-to-make sweets and savouries. Laddoos Besan Laddoo Minapa Sunni Undalu or Udad Dal Laddu Easy Coconut Laddoo with Condensed Milk (Milkmaid) Chimmili or Til aur...
Poha Chivda ranks among my favourite snacks. Sweet, spicy, and salty, this traditional poha-based dish is a medley of tastes that is quite unparalleled. The only drawback is that everything in it is deep-fried. This Diwali I took it upon myself to make a low oil, low calorie version that is just as delicious as the...
Today I present a recipe for a Quick and Easy Coconut Laddoo (Nariyal Laddu) made with condensed milk. Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is on with full-force. There are many legends behind Diwali celebrations. For South Indians, Diwali starts on Naraka Chaturdashi, a day which celebrates the slaying of the demon. Traditionally, the day starts...