By Suprita Mitter
October 30, 2024
Traditional South Indian snacks for Diwali are a delightful blend of flavours and textures. Made with a variety of lentils and grains, they are often spiced and fried to perfection. These snacks are crispy, savoury, and enjoyed with family, adding joy to festive celebrations.
A crunchy, spiral-shaped snack made from rice flour, urad dal, and spices. Murukku’s crispy texture and savoury taste make it a Diwali must-have.
A rich, melt-in-the-mouth sweet made with gram flour, ghee, and sugar, Mysore Pak is especially popular in Karnataka and a festive favourite.
These thin, crispy strips are made with rice and gram flour, flavoured with spices, and deep-fried. Their ribbon-like shape adds variety to a festive snack platter.
These flat, disc-shaped crisps are made from rice flour and spices, with hints of sesame seeds and urad dal. Thattai is a crunchy, savoury treat enjoyed during Diwali.
Rava ladoo is a popular Indian sweet made from semolina (rava), sugar, and ghee, often flavoured with cardamom and garnished with nuts. This delightful dessert is rolled into small balls and is commonly prepared for festivals and celebrations.
Adirasam is a sweet, soft treat made from jaggery and rice flour. It is a traditional deep-fried snack with a unique caramel-like flavour.