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3 August 15, 2016 Desserts

Eight Special Sweets For Rakshabandhan

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Rakshabandhan is a festival to celebrate the special bond that Brothers & Sisters share. Even though I will not be with my brother physically this year, its an opportunity to show our love and remember all the great times that we have shared.

 

On the day of Rakhi, as it is sometimes called in short, Sisters tie Rakhi to their brothers and Pray for their health and long life. As a kid we used to be very excited about Rakhi as entire extended family would get together. My mother would cook for everyone and as a sister I would get gifts from my brother and my cousins.

 

With prayers in their hearts for their brothers, sisters chant “Barah mahine , Chavi Pakh, Veera Tenu Raja Ramchandra Di Rakh” which means “My brother may you be blessed by Lord Rama throughout the 12 months of the year and 24 Hours of the day”

 

 

After tying Rakhi, brothers and sisters feed each other sweets. I thought of listing a few special sweets that you can make at home, instead of buying from the market. Here are a few dishes that I and my blogger friends have made for Rakhi.

Special thanks to my fellow bloggers Sujata Shukla (Blog name: Pepper on Pizza ) , Sundari Giri ( Blog Name: Ladles and Spoons ) and Teena Augustine (Blog Name: Ooonu Ready )

PARWAL KI MITHAI

Pointed Gourd Sweet is not a very common sweet and is available in a few cities of UP like Bareilly & Varanasi. It is an instant hit with my husband and friends. If you are looking at trying something new, make parwal ki mithai and surprise your brother with this unique sweet.

 

For Recipe Click here.

 

GOAN SWEET DOSS

Doss or Doce is a lesser known sweet from Goa. Made with Bengal Gram , Coconut and Sugar it requires a little labour but when it comes to Special occasions like Rakhi, a little extra effort is worth it.

For Recipe Click here.

 

 

BADUSHA or BALUSHAHI

Known as Badusha in South India and Balushahi in North India. It is a regional favourite usually available in all sweet stores. It takes a little effort and patience but the result is well worth it!

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BADAM KA HALWA

An easy and delicious sweet to add to the festival Platter. Made with Almond, Desi Ghee, Saffron, Milk and Sugar this is a rich dessert.

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MATAR KA HALWA

Matar ka halwa or pudding made from peas is definitely a novelty. The combination of earthy flavoured matar paired with sweet smell of dry rose leaves is heavenly.

For Recipe Click Here.

 

 

TENDER COCONUT PAYASAM

A dessert from Kerala, tender Coconut Payasam or Kheer is a very refreshing dessert that can be a change from the regular sweets.

For Recipe Click here.

 

 

AMARANTH CHOCOLATE PUDDING

Amaranth Chocolate pudding is a healthy grain based dessert for weight-watchers and health buffs. It has amaranth, chocolate, dry fruits and nuts. Use dark chocolate and low fat milk to cut down calories.

 

For Recipe Click here.

 

GAJAR KA HALWA CAKE

Gajar ka halwa cake is a fusion dessert made by combining Kerala ghee cake and the North Indian Gajar ka halwa. This is sure to be a show stopper at any party.

For Recipe Click Here .

 

In my family until the Rakhi is tied, both sister and brother do not eat anything. After tying Rakhi every one has brunch together. Sisters try to prepare their brother’s favourite. My brother’s favourite is Chole , Bhatoore & Dahi Bhalle. Sujata fondly remembers having Tehri ( One Pot Meal ) at her Sister In Laws place on Rakhi. If you are looking at Gifting options , try out Sundari’s Nankhatai

 

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  1. Manan Khanna says

    August 15, 2016 at 3:47 pm

    There is no love sincerer than the love of food.
    George Bernard Shaw

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  2. Paluk Khanna says

    August 15, 2016 at 5:26 pm

    True my brother !!

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  3. Sundari Giri says

    August 15, 2016 at 5:57 pm

    Paluk you thanks for sharing our recipes on your blog and also thank you for the Rakshabandhan round up

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  4. The take it easy chef says

    August 16, 2016 at 4:19 pm

    I don’t think I have a sweet tooth. But they way you have structured this post, with all the great pictures, makes me want to try every item here!

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  5. Paluk Khanna says

    August 17, 2016 at 10:32 am

    Sundari, thanks for sharing your recipes. As always it was joy interacting with you !!

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  6. Paluk Khanna says

    August 17, 2016 at 10:34 am

    Thanks The Take it Easy Chef for the compliment !!

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