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Showers of colours, beats of drums and laughter with loved ones, the festival of Holi is not only a celebration of colors but also of tastes. On this day, such traditional dishes are prepared in every house, without which Holi is considered incomplete. As the festival approaches, the smell of ghee and jaggery starts coming from the kitchen and family members get together to prepare special dishes.

Many types of sweet and salty snacks are made on the occasion of Holi. Sweet flour dishes like Khurmi, Butteri, Gujiya, Papdi, Surha and Malpua are the hallmark of this festival. The special thing about these dishes is that they can be prepared easily at home and they are liked by everyone from children to the elderly.

Papdi and khurmi made from flour, gram flour, spinach and jaggery or sugar are light as well as tasty. This is the reason why one does not feel heaviness after eating them. During the festival, there is no need to bring snacks from the market, because all these things are prepared at home.

Tradition of making Surha and Malpua

In some areas, there is a special tradition of making Surha and Malpua of jaggery on Holi. Wheat flour and jaggery are used to prepare Surha. First, jaggery syrup is made, then flour is kneaded from the same syrup. There is no need to add water separately in this process.

Suraha is prepared by cutting small pieces from the kneaded dough. While making Malpua, beautiful designs are also made with hands, so that it looks attractive. These are fried in mustard oil, although if desired, they can also be made in ghee. When cooled, they become more crunchy and tasty.

balance of salty and sweet

On Holi, not only sweet but also salty dishes are prepared. Celery butter and gram flour salty sev are especially liked. Sweet khurmi made from flour and jaggery is also an important part of the festival. These dishes remain safe for a long time and can also be eaten with tea or coffee.

Focus on health along with taste

A special thing about these traditional dishes is that they are made from jaggery, which is considered beneficial for health. These are light and digestive, hence there is no problem even if eaten repeatedly during festivals. If you suddenly feel hungry, these snacks come in handy immediately. When the taste of these dishes combines with the colors of Holi, the joy of the festival doubles. This is the reason that even today people enjoy Holi with their families by preparing these traditional dishes.