Why Do We Crave Fried Food On Holi? Ever Wondered?

Which is your favourite festival? If you ask me, it is hands down the festival of colours. Holi is about letting go all the bad memories with happiness, fun and laughter all around. And a major part of this festival is food. Holi is all about playing and eating. While some gorge on spicy chana masala with hot puris, some just can't get over their kachori. Some relish flavourful dahi vada with tamarind chutney over it, some survive on gujiya. Have you noticed that a majority of food fare we enjoy is fried? But why?? 

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Well, everything happens for a reason and our cravings for fried food in Holi is no exception. If some experts are to be believed, this is because of the reason. Holi festival marks the onset of summer and during summer, eating too much fried food is not considered beneficial. It is advised to have minimum consumption of fried food during summers and this, makes Holi the last opportunity to enjoy fried food at the fullest. You may think that fried food is unhealthy, but it is HOLI after all, who cares? 

Another reason why we crave fried food is that during Holi, we get exhausted so much. Throwing water balloons and chasing each other takes a lot of our energy. At this time, our body calls for calories and fried food is the best thing to have, isn’t it? Last but not the least, we love having chaats and gujiyas on Holi and these traditional food delights can’t be made without frying. Yes, we have healthier versions of these dishes too, but the original remains the original!! Because it is Holi and Holi calls for going out and eating to heart’s wish without worrying for the calories. But, if you are a diabetic and suffering from any other vulnerable disease, you might need to go slow on fried food and sweets. Consulting a doctor before could be a great option!! 

Since it is Holi, we won’t say goodbye to you before giving you a delicious recipe. So, here is the recipe of absolutely delicious and droolworthy Rabdi Malpua. Make it on Holi and flaunt your amazing cooking skills!