Raksha Bandhan, which is also known as Rakhi Purnima, is an Indian festival observed in the month of August to celebrate the eternal bond of love and affection between brothers and sisters. The word Raksha means protection and Bandhan means bond or connection. Therefore, this day celebrates the special loving relationship between brothers and sisters as they exchange beautiful sister bracelets with colorful threads, called rakhis, to signify their pledge to protect each other from all evils in life. Here is Ananta’s guide to making these 5 dishes that will make this day memorable for you and your loved ones:
1) Dahi Vada
Dahi vada is a popular Indian dish made of fried lentil dumplings soaked in yogurt. It is usually served with tamarind chutney and mint chutney. This dish is often made during festivals and celebrations. It’s a must-have in Indian food thali, especially on festive occasions.
2) Kachori
Kachori is a fried pastry that is popular all across India and has several variants such as dal kachori, aloo kachori, masala kachori, and hing kachori. It is made with flour, water, and spices. The dough is then rolled out and cut into small circles. The kachoris are then fried in oil until they are golden brown. Serve kachoris with chutney or yogurt.
3) Samosa
Samosas are a popular Indian food item typically made with a potato and pea filling, fried in oil, and served with tamarind or mint chutney. They can be made ahead of time and frozen, so they’re perfect for a busy holiday like Raksha Bandhan.
4) Kheer (Rice Pudding)
Kheer is a traditional Indian dessert made with rice, milk, and sugar. It can be flavored with cardamom, saffron, or nuts. Kheer is often served during festivals and celebrations. Making kheer is a simple process that can be done in under an hour. To make kheer, cook rice in boiling water until soft. Then, add milk and sugar and stir until the mixture thickens.
5) Gulab Jamun
A classic Indian dessert, Gulab Jamun is made of fried dough balls soaked in a sugary syrup. These melt-in-your-mouth sweets are often served at weddings and festivals. To make them at home, you’ll need milk powder, ghee, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and curd. The dough is first fried and then soaked in the syrup, which is made with sugar, water, and cardamom powder.
6) Aloo Subzi and Puri
Aloo Subzi is a potato-based dish that is popular in India. It can be made with different spices and can be served with puri, which is fried flatbread. This dish is usually served for lunch or dinner.
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