DIWALI THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS!

ALL ABOUT DIWALI?

Diwali is the most important religious festival celebrated by followers of Hinduism. It is also called Divali, Deepavali or Deepawali and is commonly referred to as the Festival of Lights.

Diwali is Festival of Lights, celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world. Diwali, which for some also coincides with harvest and new year celebrations, is a festival of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness. Story of Diwali is the day Lord Rama, his wife Sita Devi and brother Lakshmana return to their homeland after 14 years.

HOW TO CELEBRATE DIWALI?

The tradition of Diwali views wealth and riches provide us an opportunity to do good towards the betterment of society.

Decorating & cleaning the house

Cleaning houses and offices. Then decorate the places with diyas, flowers, lamps and lights.

Cook something special

Food too plays an essential role in Diwali. From delicious sweets or delectable savories.

Fireworks

Although it is a tradition to burst crackers on Diwali.

Dinner

Spend a magical evening with friends and family.

New Clothes

New clothes and a new start so bring out something new to wear.

 

 

 

DIWALI SPECIAL RECIPE

Shakkar pare

Ingredients

3 cup Maida flour
1/2 cup ghee
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp salt
oil to fry
1 pinch cooking soda

 

Method

1. Heat milk and add the butter, sugar, salt and cooking soda in a mixing bowl.
2. Stir well until sugar is dissolved.
3. Add Maida little by little to make a non-sticky dough.
4. Let it rest for 2 hours.
5. Knead again after 5 mins to make a smooth dough.
6. Divide into two. Roll each ball into thick round.
7. Using a pizza cutter or knife, cut out the sides and cut thin strips.
8. Cut into diamonds discarding the uneven edges.
9. Heat oil and slide the cut squares slowly to hot oil in batches.
10. Fry on low to medium low heat. Stir the pieces gently while they fry and turn them both ways. They are done when they are a deep golden brown.
11. Drain over paper towel and repeat to finish and Enjoy.

 

IN CONCLUSION

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