Mar 11, 2025

disha sharma

Gujiya, Thandai, Matthi: Quintessential Holi Dishes You Cannot Miss


Traditonal Holi Dishes

Gujiya: sweet, flaky pastry filled with khoya, nuts & dried fruits, fried golden brown. 

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Thandaii, a refreshing Indian drink made with milk, nuts, spices & dried fruits, served chilled. 

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Make crispy papdi by mixing flour, ghee & spices, rolling, cutting, & frying/baking until golden.

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Dahi Bhalla is a crispy fried lentil dumplings soaked in yoghurt, topped with chutneys, a beloved Indian street food.

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Rasmalai is a sweet, juicy & soft Indian dessert made with milk, sugar, nuts & spices, utterly addictive.

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Crispy pakoras can be prepared by using dry veggies, add rice flour & baking soda, minimise water, hot oil, add hot oil to batter, cook slow. 

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Malpua is a crispy, fluffy pancakes made with flour, curd & spices, fried, soaked in sugar syrup & served with rabdi.

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Traditional Gulab Jamun is a  classic Indian sweet made with khoya, paneer & sugar.

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Dahi Bhalla is a crispy fried lentil dumplings soaked in yogurt, topped with chutneys, spices & garnished with herbs. 

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Traditonal Holi Dishes

Restaurant Style Paneer Tikka: marinated paneer cubes grilled to perfection in a spiced yogurt-based marinade. 

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