{"id":13596,"date":"2022-10-12T10:33:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T05:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hogr.app\/blog\/?p=13596"},"modified":"2022-10-11T12:33:41","modified_gmt":"2022-10-11T07:03:41","slug":"curated-diwali-dinner-to-celebrate-with-your-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hogr.app\/blog\/curated-diwali-dinner-to-celebrate-with-your-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Curated Diwali Dinner To Celebrate With Your Family"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with these delicious vegetarian dishes that will make your family&#8217;s Diwali dinner a hit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Diwali?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diwali is a festival celebrated in India that celebrates the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom. It is also a time to honor the goddess Lakshmi, considered the goddess of wealth and prosperity. The festival typically lasts nine days and involves worshiping fire, lighting fireworks, and celebrating by eating special vegetarian dishes. Some of the favorite Diwali foods include samosas (savory pastry turnovers), pakoras (fritters), aloo gobi (potato and cauliflower curry), bhel puri (puffed rice balls with mashed chickpeas), and lassi (yogurt drink).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bloggers Choice: Zucchini Bhajis<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"414\" src=\"https:\/\/hogr.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/image-41.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13597\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for an easy and delicious way to celebrate Diwali, this curated list of Indian vegetarian dishes is perfect! From samosas to tandoori chicken, these recipes are sure to please everyone in your family. Whether you&#8217;re cooking for a small gathering or hosting a large feast, these recipes will excite everyone about the upcoming festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So why not start your celebration off with some delicious bhajis? These simple appetizers can be made with just a few ingredients and are perfect for quickly whipping up a meal on short notice. Plus, they&#8217;re perfect for satisfying any cravings that might crop up during the holiday season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d like to add more flavor to your bhajis, try adding some spices like ginger or garlic. Or, if you want something a bit more complex, try blending together different flavors like mint and sweet chili sauce. 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font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/B_MrNaSlhkd\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Kaamchor Ki Rasoi Se (@kaamchorkirasoise)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking to celebrate Diwali with some Indian vegetarian dishes? Check out these samosa parathas from One Green Planet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This delicious samosa paratha is made with a wheat flour tortilla and filled with mashed potato, carrots, peas, and chickpeas. The paratha is then baked until crispy and golden brown. Serve as an appetizer or main course, depending on your appetite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a more traditional festive dish, try this delicious lentil dal recipe from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/veganricha\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vegan Richa<\/a>. This lentil dal is simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce and topped with fresh cilantro and roasted pumpkin seeds. It&#8217;s perfect for a hearty vegetarian dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if you&#8217;re feeling creative, why not try out this yummy vegetable tikka masala from The Veg Life? This dish you can preapre with oven baking and veggie balls slowly cook in a rich tomato sauce seasoned with garlic, ginger, and Kashmiri chili. It&#8217;s sure to be a hit at your next Diwali gathering!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bloggers Choice: Aloo Methi Tikki<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"581\" src=\"https:\/\/hogr.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/image-42.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13598\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Aloo Methi Tikki is a <a href=\"https:\/\/hogr.app\/blog\/viral-food-trends-lemon-pasta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">delicious <\/a>and easy-to-make recipe that features spiced mashed potatoes tossed with diced onions and green peas and then topped with a chickpea flour batter that is deep-fried and golden brown.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How can you make quick Aloo Methi Tikki for Diwali dinner?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Start by boiling potatoes in enough water to cover them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and mash them with a potato masher or an immersion blender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Add salt, pepper, and cumin powder to taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. In a separate pan, saut\u00e9 onions until they are soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Add green peas and garam masala to the onions and cook for another minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Combine the mashed potatoes, onion mixture, and chickpea flour batter together in a bowl and mix well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Shape into small balls and deep-fry in hot oil until golden brown. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hope you enjoy these Diwali dinner special dishes.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with these delicious vegetarian dishes that will make your family&#8217;s Diwali dinner a hit! What Is Diwali? Diwali is a festival celebrated in India that celebrates the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom. It is also a time to honor the goddess Lakshmi, considered the goddess of wealth and prosperity. The festival typically lasts nine days and involves worshiping fire, lighting fireworks, and celebrating by eating special vegetarian dishes. 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