It’s Sashthi already and the excitement and exhilaration of Dussehra are knocking at our doors. One of the most fun-filled and awaited Indian festivals, Dussehra is celebrated to mark the victory of good over evil. The 10-days long extravaganza is celebrated in all its glory in almost all parts of India. From the fun-filled rituals in the initial days to Ravan Dahan at the end, Dussehra is celebrated with absolute delight and joy. Quite needless to say, Dussehra brings with it a lot of delicacies to indulge in. From the Bengali Chingri Posto to the Gujarati Kesar Phirni, there is no end to the list of delicious food savoured during Dussehra. This article will guide you to Gujarati decadence that you can indulge in this Dussehra. Try them out at home to have a delightful Dussehra.
Fafda-Jalebi
A classic dish popularly relished during Dussehra; Fafda-Jalebi is one of the most delicious food combos of India. It is a common belief that dishes made out of gram flour should be savoured to break a fast. And Gujaratis follow the custom of breaking the Navratri fast by indulging in Fafda-Jalebi on Dussehra.
Kesar Phirni
A delicious classic dessert, Phirni is a cousin of Kheer as it is made with similar ingredients. Enriched with the goodness of Kesar, Kesar Phrini is a delicious dessert to savour during Dussehra.
Khandvi
Sort your snack game by making Khandvi at home. Quite easy to make, delicious and laborsaving, Khandvi is a gram flour-based Gujarati snack. Quite popular in parts of Gujarat, the dish is perfect to be savoured as a snack or breakfast in the festive season.
Gujarati Kadhi
A Gujarati staple, Gujarati Kadhi can be served as a side dish for lunch. The yogurt-based curry with a slightly sweet note is perfect to chase away your fasting fatigue.
Bardoli Khichdi
Indulge in a wholesome and filling lunch by making the flavourful Bardoli Khichdi. A fragrant rice dish prepared in most Gujarati households, Bardoli khichdi is enough to tease your palate with decadent flavours.
So, here are some delicious Gujarati dishes that you can savour this Dussehra in all their glory. Try them out and thank us later.