Diwali, the festival of lights, is a time for celebrating new beginnings, sharing traditions and gathering around the table with loved ones. And, of course, no celebration is quite complete without a little something delicious to enjoy! From fragrant curries and golden, crispy samoosas to syrup-soaked gulab jamuns and delicate burfee bites, these Diwali recipes bring together the flavours and sweet treats that make the occasion so special. Whether you’re preparing a festive feast or looking for something sweet to share, there’s plenty of inspiration to make your celebrations memorable.
Recipe roundup: 10 Diwali recipes to make this year
1. Pistachio and rose gulab jamuns
2. Saffron burfee bites
Celebrate Diwali with Kajal Maharaj’s dainty saffron burfee bites
3. Custard Soji Cake
4. Custard ice-cream with caramel-burfee syrup
5. Paneer, chickpea, and vegetable curry
6. Indian sweet doughnuts
7. Creamy spinach with chickpeas, atchar + toasted naan
8. Mushroom, pea and potato samoosas with mint and yoghurt dipping sauce
Mushroom, pea and potato samoosas with mint and yoghurt dipping sauce
9. Punjabi Samosas with mango chutney
10. Diwali Custard Gulab Split
Also See: Food traditions from around the world
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