Deepavali is on Sunday November 12th, 2023
Mysore Pak
Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: MediumA classic sweet dish made with bengal gram flour and ghee.
Adirasam
Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: MediumAdirasam is a beloved South Indian dessert often made during festivals such as Diwali. This deep-fried sweet, crafted from rice flour, jaggery, and spices, can be enjoyed during celebratory events or as a year-round treat, presenting an enticing blend of delicious and crispy flavors.
Pottu Kadalai Urundai
Difficulty: EasyPottu Kadalai Urundai also known as Maaladu or Maa Laddu is one of the traditional sweets prepared during Deepavali or any special occasions.
Thenkuzhal
Difficulty: MediumThis snack is made during festivals and special occasions like Diwali. This can be stored for weeks without refrigeration.
Mullu Murukku
Cooks in 40 minutesDifficulty: MediumMullu Murukku is a popular South Indian savory snack made from rice flour and flavored with spices. It is commonly enjoyed during festive occasions like Diwali and is often served with tea or coffee.
Omapodi
Difficulty: MediumA snack dish made with Besan and rice flour sprinkled with Ajwain (omam) and hence the name.
Ribbon Pakoda
Cooks in 25 minutesDifficulty: MediumRibbon pakoda is a popular Indian snack prepared from chickpea flour, rice flour, and various spices. The dough is formed into thin strips and deep-fried to yield a crispy texture. Frequently enjoyed with tea or as a crunchy side to rice meals, it is particularly favored during festivals and special occasions.
Pepper Kaara Sev
Difficulty: MediumLearn how to make Pepper Kaara Sev, a popular Indian snack with a crispy texture and a blend of spices. Perfect for snacking or adding crunch to chaat items!
Suzhiyan
Difficulty: MediumDiscover how to make Suzhiyan, a popular South Indian sweet dish made from all purpose flour, rice flour, bengal gram dal, jaggery, and coconut. Learn the key steps and tips for a perfect result!
Green Gram Dal Okkarai
Difficulty: EasyGreen gram dal okkarai is a traditional South Indian dish made with green gram dal (also known as moong dal), coconut, and a mix of spices.
Okkarai
Difficulty: EasyOkkarai is a traditional South Indian sweet prepared during festive occasions and is enjoyed as a snack or dessert.
Green Gram Dhal Urundai
Difficulty: EasyGreen gram dal urundai is a traditional South Indian snack made from split green gram dal
Boondhi Laddu
Difficulty: MediumBoondi laddu is known for its rich taste and sweet aroma, and it is often enjoyed as a dessert or offered as prasad (religious offering).
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Deepavali or Diwali is festival of lights and the occasion of sweets, fire crackers and new dresses. Let us celebrate and enjoy the lights and sounds of this wonderful happy occasion.
The mythology of Deepavali differs from North to South India. In Tamil Nadu, it is celebrated to commemorate the killing of the demon Narakasuran. The main part of the celebration is early morning Oil Bath. The eldest woman of the family rubs Gingelly oil on the heads of all the family members. Then everyone take oil bath and wear new dresses. Children start “bursting crackers” which represents the slaughter of the demon king Narakasuran.
There are varieties of sweets and snacks prepared specially for Diwali. All the dishes are offered to God and after prayers, seek the blessings of the elders. This will be followed by people visiting temples and exchanging sweets with neighbors, friends and relatives.
Apart from sweets and savories made for Deepavali Idli, Dosai, Vadai, are prepared in almost all the households in Tamilnadu for breakfast.