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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.