Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is India’s biggest holiday. The five-day celebration is the perfect time to share a traditional feast with your loved ones. Discover some of our mouth-watering recipes, packed with fresh and authentic flavours, to enjoy during the festivities this year.
Sweet Potato Biryani
This sweet potato and cashew nut biryani is bursting with rich, curry flavours. It’s a quick and festive dish to make that’s also low in saturated fat. Serve with raita – a side dish made with yoghurt, cucumber and mint.
Indian style pancakes with masala veggies
Dosas are an Indian staple of any Diwali feast. We’ve flavoured ours with turmeric and stuffed it with a delicious garam masala, garlic and ginger veggie curry. Plus, it counts towards 2 of your 5 a day. Finish with a dollop of chutney.
Lentil, mango and spinach dahl
Mangos add a refreshing flavour to this rich spinach and lentil dahl. This easy-to-make, classic dish is high in protein and sure to be a crowd pleaser at any Festival of Light celebration. This dahl is great on its own or served with rice or poppadoms.
Beetroot pitta stuffed with cauliflower bhajis
Serve these delicious, vegan bhajis at any daytime Diwali celebration. They’re super easy to make and the pickled carrot really complements the taste of the cauliflower. Be sure to sprinkle each pitta with coriander for extra flavour.
Beetroot pitta stuffed with cauliflower bhajis
Serve these delicious, vegan bhajis at any daytime Diwali celebration. They’re super easy to make and the pickled carrot really complements the taste of the cauliflower. Be sure to sprinkle each pitta with coriander for extra flavour.
Masala mathri crackers
These crispy and spicy crackers can be dipped in a tangy mango chutney or served with a cup of masala chai during tea time.
Payasam
This popular Diwali dessert is really easy to make and takes just 15 minutes. Garnish this sweet, milky dessert with cranberries and pistachios for added crunch.
Need more Diwali ideas? Discover all of our recipes that are perfect for any Festival of Lights celebration.
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