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Holi festival: celebration of colors and tastes

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 homes, without which Holi is considered incomplete. As the festival approaches, the smell of ghee and jaggery starts spreading in the kitchen and family members get together to prepare special dishes.

Holi special snacks

A variety of sweet and salty snacks are prepared on this occasion. Sweet flour dishes like Khurmi, Batri, Gujiya, Papdi, Surha and Malpua have become the identity of this festival. Their specialty is that they can be made easily at home and they are liked by people of all ages.

Light and delicious crust and khurmi

Papdi and khurmi made from flour, gram flour, spinach and jaggery or sugar are not only tasty but also light. Therefore, one does not feel heaviness after eating them. There is no need to bring snacks from the market during the festival, because all these things can be 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 make 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.

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 this festival. These dishes remain safe for a long time and can also be eaten with tea or coffee.

Focus on taste and health

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, so there is no problem even if eaten again and again 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 why even today people enjoy Holi with their families by making these traditional dishes.