Holi, the festival of colours, is also a time to savour delicious traditional foods
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From sweet to savoury, Holi offers a plethora of culinary delights that are deeply rooted in Indian culture. Here are some dishes that you shouldn't miss this Holi season
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Gujiya, a quintessential Holi treat, is similar to a dumpling, often filled with a mixture of khoya, coconut, dry fruits and sugar
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Malpua, a sweet pancake-like dessert, is made with flour, milk, and sugar. It is deep-fried until golden brown, and then soaked in sugar syrup
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Thandai is a refreshing drink that is synonymous with Holi. It is a mixture of milk, sugar, and a variety of ground spices, including cardamom and fennel seeds
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A sweet flatbread made with a filling of lentils, jaggery, and spices, Puran Poli is a popular Holi dish in Maharashtra
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Dahi Vada is a popular Holi snack that is made by soaking lentil dumplings (vadas) in yogurt and topped with a tangy and spicy chutney
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Papri chaat is a tangy snack made with fried wafers, boiled potatoes, chickpeas, yoghurt, and various chutneys
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Pakoras, or fritters, are traditionally consumed during Holi. It is deep-fried, made with a spice-infused batter of gram flour
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A deep-fried, crispy pastry filled with a spicy mixture of lentils, Kachori is a popular snack during Holi