So, which Diwali snack recipe will you try? (Source: Freepik) Dabeli Pinwheel Start your Diwali snack journey with one of the famous street foods of Gujarat — the sweet and tangy Dabeli. This recipe gives the perfect twist to the classic dish, making it a delectable Diwali treat full […]
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Dabeli Pinwheel
Start your Diwali snack journey with one of the famous street foods of Gujarat — the sweet and tangy Dabeli. This recipe gives the perfect twist to the classic dish, making it a delectable Diwali treat full of creamy potatoes and spicy chutney.
Ingredients:
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- 1 puff pastry sheet
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- 1/4 cup Dabeli masala
- 2 tbsp sugar
- Salt to taste
- 2 boiled potatoes, mashed
- Garlic chutney
- Tamarind chutney
- Masala peanuts
- Fresh coriander leaves
Method:
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- Begin by creating the flavourful Dabeli stuffing. In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add 1/4 cup of Dabeli masala, a little water, 2 tbsp sugar, and salt. Now, add in the mashed boiled potatoes into this mixture. Allow it to cool and set it aside.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet and roll it a little bit.
- Spread the prepared Dabeli mixture evenly over the entire surface of the puff pastry sheet.
- Drizzle garlic chutney and tamarind chutney generously over the mixture.
- Sprinkle a handful of masala peanuts and onion to add a satisfying crunch and fresh aroma to your pinwheels.
- Carefully roll up the pastry sheet, ensuring that the delicious filling is snugly enclosed within.
- Secure the ends by gently pressing them, ensuring that your pinwheels hold their shape during baking.
- It’s time to cut your masterpiece into bite-sized pinwheels, making sure they’re of uniform size for even baking.
- Apply a milk wash on each pinwheel.
- Place your Dabeli Pinwheels on a baking sheet and bake them until they turn a delightful golden brown.
- Once they’re ready, serve your Dabeli Pinwheels with a side of chutneys for an extra burst of flavor.
Mashed Potatoes Chaat Dip
Creamy silky mashed potatoes topped with all the chatpata condiments is the perfect dip to be served in any gathering. It is so easy to make and comes together very quickly. You can also call it deconstructed papdi chaat as it has all the condiments present.
Ingredients:
- 5 medium-sized potatoes boiled / 3 cups of boiled and chopped boiled potatoes
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- 2 tsp chaat masala
- 1/2 tsp black salt
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1/2 cup tomatoes chopped
- 2 green chilies chopped
- 2 tbsp cilantro chutney
- 2 tbsp Imli chutney
- Sev or Bhujiya to garnish
- Boondi to garnish
- Chopped cilantro to garnish
- More chaat masala and red chili to sprinkle on top (optional)
Method:
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- In a chopped add boiled potatoes, yogurt, chaat masala, salt, black salt, roasted cumin, and butter. Blend until smooth. Add 1 tbsp yogurt extra if needed.
- Spread mashed potatoes on a platter, top with tomatoes, onion, green chili, cilantro, Imli chutney, cilantro chutney, sev/bhujiya, boondi, chaat masala, and a pinch of red chili powder.
- Serve with chaat papdis or your choice of chips.
Paan shots
These refreshing and delicious Paan shots are sure to impress your family and friends this festive season. This is a great way to welcome your guests into your home as you share beautiful moments together!
Ingredients:
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- Betel leaves
- 2 tsp saunf
- 2 tsp coconut, desiccated
- Elaichi powder
- Sugar
- 2 tbsp Gulkand
- Milk as per taste
- Vanilla ice cream or malai
Method:
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- Take 4-5 betel leaves (paan).
- Break them roughly and add to a blender.
- Add 2 tsp saunf (fennel), 2 tsp desiccated coconut, a pinch of elaichi powder, 2 tsp sugar, 2 tbsp Gulkand, and milk as required.
- Now, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or 2 tbsp malai (cream).
- Mix in a few ice cubes and a few drops of green food color (optional).
- Blend well!
- Pour into shot glasses and garnish with dry rose petals.
Pro tip: If you want to store this, make a concentrate of all the ingredients minus the milk and ice cream and freeze it for 10-12 days. Use it as needed by blending with milk, ice, and ice cream.
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Enjoy!
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