Holi Get Together

Holi the festival of colors is here..Still thinking what to plan for Holi Menu.Here is collection of festive recipes from the blog to help you plan Holi get-together!!

Namkeen and Appetizers/Snacks for Holi..

Poha Chivda..

Sweet and savory snack made by roasting flattened rice flakes(Poha) in very little or no oil along with added nuts like peanuts, cashew nuts and raisins.

Makhana Namkeen 

Makhana Namkeen, a healthy mix of roasted makhana(fox nut/lotus seeds ) with nuts like cashew nuts, raisins. Gluten-free, suitable for vegans.

Aloo Poha Cutlets

Crispy Aloo Poha cutlets are a quick and easy anytime snack recipe made from boiled potatoes and poha(flattened rice). A favorite among the kids, easy breakfast option and an ideal party snack or starter.

Chana Dal and Yam Kebabs

Chana Dal Kebabs are yummy, healthy made with Split Chickpea Lentil and Yam (Chana Dal and Suran/Jimikand) are vegan, gluten-free and cooked in minimum oil.

Basil Paneer Pesto Tikka

Paneer or Indian Cottage Cheese, Bell Peppers and Onions marinated fresh Basil Pesto and grilled. An Italian twist on our favourite Paneer Tikka.

 

Chaat for Holi.. 

Dahi Bhalle/Vade

A Holi special in every region. Urad Dal deep fried dumplings soaked in sweet yogurt, topped with sweet and spicy chutney.

 

Aloo Chana Taco..

Enjoy the Papadi Chaat in Taco shell…

Main Course Dishes

Rice Dishes..Rice dishes are always filling and can be made ahead.. Two easy and flavourful Pulao you are surely going to love..

Tawa Pulao

A spicy treat of cooked rice with veggies in butter and Pav Bhaji masala. Mumbai’s another favourite street food after Pav Bhaji and Vada Pav. Wholesome and delicious. Learn how to make Mumbai’s famous Tawa Pulao .

Palak Aur Kabuli Chane Ka Pulao..

Palak and Chole Pulao is super healthy and yummy one pot meal, with Kabuli Chana/Chickpeas

Dilliwale Chole Bhature..

North India’s special Chole Bhature..A must have on any festive occasion..

Rajasthani Pyaz Ki Kachori…

Traditional Rajasthani Pyaz ki Kachori to make a filling festive meal!! Pyaz Ki Kachori served with the traditional Rajasthani Kadhi..A real festive meal!!

Pav Bhaji..

Make Pav bhaji, Mumbai’s most loved street food. The ease of making and serving when busy makes it a perfect festive treat!!

Desserts.. Desserts are an integral part of any festival..Easy and Traditional desserts for this festive season!!

Rajasthani Mawa Kachoris..

Another traditional royal  dish from Rajasthan.. Perfect to serve at the Holi or any festive time.

Chawal Ki Kheer..

Everyone’s favourite Chawal Ki Kheer/Rice Pudding, will make the perfect festive dessert

Besan Halwa..

Besan Halwa, simple and delicious dessert ..make this delicious dessert  when running short of time!!

Holi special Mawa Gujiya..

A must make on Holi,mawa gujiyas, filled with mawa(evaporated milk solids) and nuts, dipped in sugar syrup and rolled in coconut..

I have selected a few handful of recipes in each category . Hope you find the collection useful.There are many more dishes on the blog, which can help you decide the menu for your Holi special Meal. Lookout for the Festivals category in search.

Have a very Happy festive season. Enjoy Holi, festivities and good food with your loved ones.. Cook, Eat, Celebrate..

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