Tag: Diwali recipes

Dudhpak
Desserts & Sweets

Dudhpak or Doodhpak

Dudhpak or Doodhpak is an Indian sweet, originates from Gujarat. It is cooked specially during the Shraddha Paksha period as a food offering to ancestors. A kind of rice pudding made from milk, sugar, rice, saffron and nuts, accompanied by pooris. A beloved dessert that has graced tables in Gujarat […]

Fried Modak
Appetizers & Snacks, Desserts & Sweets

Fried Modak

Fried modak is a Maharashtrian variation where the stuffed modak is deep fried rather than steamed. Modak is a sweet dumpling usually stuffed with a coconut and jaggery or sugar filling. The outer shell is made from rice or wheat flour. Traditionally, fried modaks are shaped into small balls or […]

Kesar Elaichi Peda
Desserts & Sweets, Fasting Recipes

Kesar Elaichi Peda

Kesar Elaichi Peda also known as a Kesar Penda in Gujarati. It is a delightful Indian sweet that boasts a perfect blend of flavors and textures. This traditional dessert is crafted by milk, sugar and milk powder or milk solid, cooked until it gets thicken into a rich, creamy consistency. […]

Nankhatai
Desserts & Sweets

Nankhatai

Nankhatai is a beloved Indian shortbread cookie that is a perfect tea-time snack. With a buttery, crumbly texture and a hint of cardamom flavor, these cookies are sure to please. While the recipe for nankhatai is simple, there are many variations that can be made to customize the cookie to […]

Kesar Pista Shrikhand
Desserts & Sweets, Uncategorized

Kesar Pista Shrikhand

Kesar pista shrikhand is a delicious dessert that is perfect for those who love the rich and aromatic flavors of saffron and pistachios. This traditional Indian dessert is made by blending thick and creamy yogurt with powdered sugar, saffron strands, and finely chopped pistachios. The combination of the saffron’s floral […]