Diwali Delights: Veg Festive Food Recipes to Celebrate the Festival of Lights

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Diwali is just around the corner and the festivities have already begun with Karwa Chauth which was celebrated on the 20th of October this year. The week before Diwali is often loaded with chaos for the women of the house. Along with the cleaning and decorations, they also often have to figure out what food they should prepare that would add that dash of festiveness to the menu as well. The food is the life of any festival and if you are also wondering what would be some of the best dishes to serve your friends and family then do not worry because this article brings you multiple options for the entire menu that you may refer to to make your Diwali special.

Diwali Delights: Veg Festive Food Recipes to Celebrate the Festival of Lights

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Diwali Recipes for Starters 

The first thing that comes to one’s mind when thinking of a festive menu is starters and for an occasion as special as Diwali everything needs to be grand, even the starters  Hence, the following are the options for starters that would serve the best as a delicious welcome for your guests.

  • Paneer Tikka: Who does not like paneer marinated with the iconic Indian spices and grilled to perfection? Paneer is one of the favourite snacks of children as well as adults and Paneer Tikka serves just right to the savoury cravings we all have on festivals like Diwali. 
  • Aloo Tikki: When talking about festive starters, how can we forget Aloo? Another one of the children’s favourites, crispy Aloo Tikkis will also be the best choice for a starter that will warm the heart and satisfy the initial hunger of your guests.
  • Vegetable Spring Roll: You can never go wrong with the good old Spring Rolls. Filled with healthy vegetables, it also proves to be one of the most mouth-watering snacks adored by the kids and their parents as well.
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Diwali Snacks

Looking for snack ideas that would be the best appetizers for a game of cards? Well, we got you covered. Following is the list of snacks that would be best enjoyed mid-party by your guest as well as your family and will help keep them entertained in the longer run by satisfying their chut put bhuk. 

  • Samosas: Festivals without Samosas actually feel incomplete. The crispy delicacy is actually one of the most famous snacks of India and of course, we have to add them to our menus. It would be best to please the taste buds of your guests and enjoy the party even more.
  • Chana Chaat: The best snack for the health freaks, Chana Chaat is not only healthy but also exceptionally delicious. The rich-in-protein protein chickpeas mixed with vegetables and spices are simply the best blend for making your guests go aha!
  • Dhokla: Probably the lightest and the most delicious snack from Gujrat, Dhokla also passes the vibe check as a Diwali snack and would definitely earn you a few compliments from your guests. Do not forget the Chutney!

Diwali Dinner Recipes

Diwali is one of those occasions on which we can go all lavish for our dinner menus and enjoy our favourite delicacies that would make our mouths and hearts feel festive as well. Following are a few widely loved dinner recipes that would definitely win the hearts of your guests.

  • Chole Kulche/Bhature: Is it even possible to dislike something as delicious as Chole? The best of the best, Chole easily tops the list of festive dinner dishes with its spicy curry and its rich taste. It is best served with Bhature or Kulche but if someone thinks they are too heavy can go for rice as well.
  • Paneer Butter Masala: The classic in paneer gravy, Paneer Butter Masala with its rich tomato gravy easily becomes the favourite of anyone who tastes it. This might be the safest option that is neither too hot nor fancy, just perfect for children or the elderly.
  • Vegetable Pulao: It is like an unsaid rule that a dish of rice is necessary when it comes to dinner parties for occasions like Diwali. Why not spice it up by adding masalas and vegetables to it? Vegetable Pulao is another one of some of the best dinner options when it comes to rice. 
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Diwali Dessert Recipes

All festivals are incomplete without sweets and Diwali is no exception. The festival that celebrates the win of good over evil calls for sweetness. Hence, to bid your guests farewell with the sweet taste in their mouths that reminds them of the sweet time spent together, the following are a few best picks for the dessert section of your menu.

  • Barfi; Diwali is known for the sweet cashew Barfi that would melt into your mouth and leave you with the silky rich taste of the dessert. Pistachio Barfi is also in trend these days and might as well be the silver coating to your lavish dinner.
  • Kheer: One of the oldest sweet delicacies, Kheer is actually the favourite of the majority of Indians especially if it is made by the mothers of the house. Nothing beats the sweetness a mother can add to the dessert section of your menu.
  • Jalebi: Jalebi can easily be considered the richest dessert of India. Served with Rabdi made with milk, Jalebi is the sweet that passes the festive vibe of Diwali the best. 

Conclusion

Along with the Diwali recipes mentioned in this article that would add the shine and sparkle of Diwali to your dinner table as well, you can also add curd raitas with bundi or vegetables that would act as the perfect side dish. Papad and salads can also be served along with the raita and Naans can be the best option for bread. 

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