By Devi Poojari
November 3, 2023
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Faral or bakshanam are a key element of Diwali, which prove that food is always the epicentre of any celebrations around the country. While most people are only familiar with the spiky variant of the popular deep-fried snack, here are some more variations to munch on, with a cup of tea for company.
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A popular Diwali snack in most South Indian households around Tamil Nadu, the thenkuzhal is a rice and lentil based fried snack.
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Twisted murukku that are bigger than an average adult palm, the kai murukku is fascinating in technique and preparation – making it fun to share with friends.
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Also popular as rose cookies in Kerala, the achu murukku is a midly sweet tea time snack that pairs well with chai or coffee.
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A unique sweet rendition of the murukku, the idea of a manoharam involves crisp lentil sticks soaked in a jaggery syrup flavoured with dried ginger.
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Use millets to make a healthy and guilt-free version of the murukku with ragi flour that imparts a subtle yet delicious nutty flavour.
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A popular Diwali bakshanam or snack preparation, white butter is added to the murukku dough to give it a pliable yet crunchy texture.
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