Diwali
Prep Time

6 hrs (including soaking the urad dal)

Cook Time

30 mins

Total Time

6 hrs 30 mins

Dahi Bhalley/Vada

Dahi Bhalley/Vada is a popular snack in North India, particularly in Delhi and Punjab. The taste and texture of Dahi Bhalla is quite versatile as there are varied elements that go into it. There’s a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, spicy and tanginess in this dish, just like any other chaat preparation.

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Diwali
Prep Time

30 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

45 mins

Falooda

Falooda is a popular Ice cream dessert made with vermicelli, jelly, rose syrup, sabja seeds, milk and ice cream. Also spelled as ‘Faludaʼ, it is popular in India, Pakistan and the middle-east. Falooda is an Indian Mughlai version of the Persian dessert “faloodeh”. There are many versions of faloodeh found all over Asian countries.

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Diwali
Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes + 2 hours (setting time)

Total Time

2 hours 30 minutes

3 Ways Flavoured Paneer

Explore three delicious ways to elevate homemade paneer with bold flavors like Garlic & Herb, Olive & Sun-Dried Tomato, and Masala. Simple, flavourful, and perfect for any meal. Recipe by Raj Thandi, @pinkchai.

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Diwali
Prep Time

20 minutes
(for assembling the board
and garnishes)

Cook Time

0 minutes
(no cooking required;
optional pickling can be done beforehand)

Total Time

20 minutes
(excluding any advance
pickling or marinating)

Indian Cheese Board

Cheese Board, a fusion of flavors inspired by desi tastes, brings together a mix of cheeses, spices, and accompaniments, perfect for any gathering. Recipe by Raj Thandi, @pinkchai.

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Cheap and Easy
Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

35 mins

Total Time

50 mins

Spiced Lentil Soup

Seasoned with aromatic spices like curry and turmeric this lentil soup is full of flavour and warmth. Balance out the spices with tender pieces of paneer and top with creamy yogurt for a hearty bowl of goodness.

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Family Favourite
Prep Time

5 Mins

Cook Time

40 Mins

Total Time

45 Mins

Paneer Makhani

Paneer makhani is a slightly sweet Indian dish of paneer, originating in New Delhi, in which the gravy is prepared usually with butter, tomatoes and cashews. Spices such as red chili powder and garam masala are also used to prepare this gravy.

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Diwali
Prep Time

15 Mins

Cook Time

30 Mins

Total Time

45 Mins

Kheer

Kheer, also known as payasam, is a pudding popular in the Indian subcontinent, usually made by boiling milk, sugar or jaggery, and rice.

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