HOLI 2023 :Indulge in the Flavors of Festivity: Discover the Traditional Holi Food and Savor the Richness of Indian Cuisine - Prepare to be Amazed

Holi is a very colorful vibrant Hindu festival of India. Its a riot of colors. It marks the end of a harsh winter and the arrival of spring. It is a time to celebrate the bounty of nature and the abundance of food. So one may ask what food is eaten during Holi ???? Traditionally, many types of Holi special food items are prepared across the country. Each region has its own specialty. Gujia and Thandai in the north, Puran Poli in Maharashtra and Aloe Jello in Bengal. But there are some dishes that are preferred across the country. We have listed them here for you.

Ghujia:
What is Holi without Gujia. Ghujia is synonymous with Holi. Holi celebrations are not complete without gujiya. It is known by various names – Karanji, Ghugra or Karjikai. Gujia is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Holi. Ghujia is usually prepared around the festival of Holi. The deep fried soft flaky crust of gujiya filled with khoya (mawa) and dry fruits and desiccated coconut makes it a wonderful dessert. Earlier only mawa or khoya filled gujias were popular but nowadays you can find all kinds of fillings in gujias like pan gulkand gujia, chocolate cinnamon gujia, thandai mawa gujia and many more innovations.
 

Dahi Bhalla:
Dahi Bhalla is the most preferred chaat in North India. It is the most favorite and delicious food item of Holi. Soft dal balls dipped in cold curd preparation and garnished with green and sweet chutney along with spices are super tasty. The best thing about yogurt though is that you can make it in advance and keep it in the refrigerator for later use. It tastes better when served cold. Delhi or Dahi are to die for. 

Pakore:
Ask any North Indian what the best party snack is and the consensus you will hear is – Pakor. Be it dal or pakora, plum, cabbage, onion, spinach or bread pakora – all are very popular street food in North India. Bhang or Pakor is also prepared during Holi. Pakor, friends, gossip and drinks what more could one ask for during Holi. Holi is a time to bond with friends and family but the long winter. Aloo Ke Pakor Recipe, Bhang Pakor Recipe

Kachori:
Kachori is usually made during the festival of Holi. A kachori is a fried pastry ball similar to a puri with a little filling inside. Some prepare it with dry stuffing which can last for a month or two and piping hot tea or with aloo pithi (stuffing) or dal pithi. They are usually served with aloo sabji and served with lassi or thandai. Recipe for Khasta Dal Kachori, Pyaaz Ki Kachori