Diwali Delights 2023: 5 Last-Minute Snack Recipes to Sparkle Up Your Celebration

As the festival of lights approaches, the aroma of delicious snacks fills the air, signaling the joyous arrival of Diwali. If you find yourself short on time but still want to treat your loved ones to homemade delights, fret not! This article presents five quick and easy last-minute snack recipes that will add a touch of homemade warmth to your Diwali celebrations.

1. Spicy Chivda Mix:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups thin poha (flattened rice)
• 1/2 cup peanuts
• 1/4 cup cashews
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• Curry leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

Method:

• Roast poha until crisp. Set aside.
• In a pan, heat oil, add mustard seeds, peanuts, cashews, and curry leaves. Roast until golden.
• Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
• Combine the roasted mixture with poha. Toss until evenly coated. Allow it to cool before serving.

2. Cheesy Corn Fritters:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sweet corn kernels
• 1/2 cup grated cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
• 2 tablespoons besan (gram flour)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

Method:

• Blend corn kernels coarsely.
• In a bowl, mix blended corn, grated cheese, chopped onions, besan, salt, and pepper.
• Shape the mixture into small fritters.
• Deep fry until golden brown. Serve hot with a dipping sauce of your choice.

3. Masala Papad Rolls:

Ingredients:

• Papads
• Finely chopped onions, tomatoes, and coriander
• Chaat masala
• Green chutney
• Sev for garnish

Method:

• Roast papads until crisp.
• In a bowl, mix chopped onions, tomatoes, and coriander. Add chaat masala to taste.
• Spread green chutney on each papad, place the vegetable mixture, and roll.
• Garnish with sev and serve immediately.

4. Crispy Besan Chakli:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup besan (gram flour)
• 1/4 cup rice flour
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• Water for dough
• Oil for frying

Method:

• Mix besan, rice flour, cumin seeds, red chili powder, and salt.
• Gradually add water to form a smooth, stiff dough.
• Use a chakli maker to shape the dough into spirals.
• Deep fry until golden brown. Let them cool before storing.

5. Quick Fruit Shrikhand:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups hung curd
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
• Chopped mixed fruits (like mango, banana, pomegranate)

Method:

• Mix hung curd, powdered sugar, and cardamom powder until smooth.
• Fold in the chopped fruits.
• Chill before serving. Garnish with more fruits if desired.

With these quick and easy last-minute snack recipes, you can add a delightful homemade touch to your Diwali celebrations. Whether it’s the crunch of spicy chivda mix or the cheesy goodness of corn fritters, these snacks are sure to make your festive season even more memorable.

As you share these homemade treats with family and friends, may the joy of Diwali fill your hearts and homes with warmth and happiness.

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