Dussehra is just around the corner. The festival which marks the defeat of good over evil, is celebrated with zeal throughout India.
Explore the top 5 regional delicacies that you must try, this Dussehra, in this festive blog, featuring Sabudana Khichdi, Bhog Khichuri and more.
Quick Summary
Fafda: A crunchy Gujarat dish enjoyed with Jalebi.
Poori Aloo: A North Indian dish that includes fried bread[poori] and tangy or spicy potato curry [aloo].
Bhog Khichuri: Bengali rice dish that is prepared in a humble khichdi style
Mysore Pak: Beloved Karnataka dessert made from gram flour, ghee, sugar and water.
Kaju Katli: A cashew fudge that is known for its distinct diamond shape.
About Dussehra
Dussehra or Vijayadashmi is a Hindu festival celebrated in the month of October. It marks the end of Navratri festival, in which people keep nine days of fasts for Goddess Durga.
This festival is celebrated throughout India, hence every region has its own set of Dussehra delicacies, from Poori Aloo in the North to Payasam and Mysore Pak in the South.
Top 5 Regional Dussehra Delicacies That You Must Try
Fafda
A festival favourite, Fafda is a crunchy, golden brown dish made from gram flour that is traditionally enjoyed with Jalebi.
State: Gujarat
Preparation & Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Serve With: Jalebi
Poori Aloo
Poori Aloo is one of the most beloved Dussehra dishes which is generally enjoyed for breakfast or dinner.
State: Uttarakhand, UP, Punjab, MP
Preparation Time: 40 minutes.
Serve With: Suji Halwa, Pickled Vegetables
Bhog Khichuri
Bhog Khichuri is a hearty khichdi style dish from West Bengal, which is famous for its extravagant Durga Puja celebrations.
State: West Bengal
Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Serve With: Labra , a Bengali Mix Veg Curry.
Mysore Pak
Mysore Pak originated during the royal kingdom of Mysore and has always been a beloved sweet in the Konkan region ever since.
State: Karnataka
Preparation Time: 25 minutes
Serve With: Filter Coffee
Kaju Katli
Also known as Kaju Barfi, this sweet is known for its diamond shape and melt in your mouth texture.
State: North India, during Mughal Empire’s reign.
Preparation Time: 30 - 40 minutes
Serve With: Badam Barfi.