Diwali 2024: Traditional Snacks For Your Festive Table

By Suprita Mitter

October 29, 2024

Traditional Diwali snacks bring together the rich, savoury, and sweet flavours of the festival. Favourites like samosas, mathri, chakli, and besan ladoo capture the spirit of celebration with their delicious textures and spices, creating a memorable experience that’s perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Mathri

Crispy and flaky, mathri is a popular Diwali snack made from spiced, deep-fried dough. These savoury bites have a delightful crunch and are perfect to serve with pickles or chai.

Kachori

These round, stuffed snacks are made with a variety of fillings, from spiced lentils to dry fruits. They’re crispy and flavourful, perfect for munching while celebrating.

Chakli/Murukku

This crispy, spiral-shaped snack made from rice flour and spices add a deliciously savoury crunch to the Diwali spread. It’s also easy to store and can be prepared in large batches.

Chivda

A light, crunchy mixture of poha (flattened rice) with nuts and spices, chivda is a mildly spiced snack that's easy to make and perfect for snacking throughout the festivities.

Dhokla

These steamed, fluffy cakes made from fermented rice and gram flour are tangy, savoury, and healthy. Served with green chutney, dhokla adds a soft, moist texture to the spread.

Besan Ladoo

These melt-in-your-mouth ladoos made from roasted gram flour, ghee, and sugar are a Diwali essential. Their nutty flavour and rich texture make them a delightful sweet to enjoy and share.