Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is not just a festival that marks the victory of good over evil but is also a celebration of tradition, culture, and delectable food. Each region in India offers its unique twist on Dussehra foods, many of which are believed to bring prosperity and good luck.
Let us explore 4 Dussehra recipes that are not only mouth-watering but also packed with cultural significance. And what better way to prepare these dishes than with the latest Kitchen Appliances from Wipro?
Here are 5 Unique Dussehra recipes which becomes easier to make when you use Wipro kitchen appliances. Here is how you can do it
Sabudana Khichdi
Sabudana Khichdi, known for its chewy texture and the subtle flavors of peanuts and spices, is a popular Dussehra dish. Often eaten during fasting and festive times, this dish symbolizes purity and new beginnings, making it a Dussehra special food.
Ingredients:
Tapioca pearls, roasted peanuts, ghee, cumin seeds, green chilies, boiled potatoes, coriander, and lemon juice.
Preparation:
Rinse the sabudana until the water runs clear, soak overnight in water that covers it by approximately 1 inch.
Roast peanuts, cool them, and coarsely grind in a Wipro mixer grinder.
Cooking:
- On the Wipro Vesta Induction Cooktop, heat ghee in a pan. Once hot, add cumin seeds and wait until they start to crackle.
- Add finely chopped green chilies, cook for a minute, then introduce the boiled and cubed potatoes. Fry until the potatoes are slightly golden.
- Add the soaked sabudana and peanuts, stir continuously to ensure it doesn’t stick to the pan and the pearls become translucent and soft.
- Adjust seasoning, add chopped coriander, and sprinkle lemon juice for an extra zing before serving.
The Wipro Vesta 2000 watt Induction Cooktop with a Feather Sensor and Crystal Glass Plate provides consistent heat, ensuring the pearls are cooked evenly without sticking, simplifying the monitoring process.
Puran Poli
Merging the sweet taste of jaggery with earthy lentils, Puran Poli is a cherished Dussehra special food item. This dish is a celebration of harmony and joy, perfect for Dussehra festivities.
Ingredients:
Chana dal, jaggery, cardamom, nutmeg, wheat flour, water, ghee.
Preparation:
Rinse chana dal, cook in a Wipro Vesta 1.2L Multicooker with enough water until completely soft, then drain.
Add jaggery to the cooked dal and continue to cook in the multicooker until the mixture thickens and can hold shape.
Cooking:
- Mix spices into the dal and jaggery mixture.
- Prepare a soft dough using wheat flour and water, let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough and stuffing into equal portions, fill each dough ball with stuffing, seal, and gently roll into a circular shape.
- Cook on a preheated griddle, applying ghee on both sides, until golden brown spots appear.
The Wipro Vesta 1.2L Multicooker efficiently manages the consistency of the filling, allowing for perfect stuffing each time, and reducing preparation complexity.
Luchi and Aloo Posto
Luchi, with its satisfying crunch, pairs exquisitely with creamy Aloo Posto, representing indulgence and prosperity. This combination is celebrated as Dussehra special food, embodying the festive spirit and culinary traditions of the season. It stands out among Dussehra dishes, making it a cherished part of Dussehra food items.
Ingredients:
Refined flour, oil for Luchi; potatoes, poppy seeds, green chilies, mustard oil, and turmeric for Aloo Posto.
Preparation:
For Luchi, mix refined flour with a pinch of salt and water to form a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest.
For Aloo Posto, grind poppy seeds into a fine paste using a Wipro Elato Mixer Grinder.
Cooking:
- In a pan, heat mustard oil, sauté the poppy seed paste with slit green chilies for two minutes.
- Add turmeric and salt, then the boiled potatoes, and mix until coated with the masala to make delicious aloo posto.
- Roll out small portions of dough into thin circles and deep fry in hot oil until they puff up and turn golden to make crispy luchi.
The Wipro Elato Mixer Grinder makes a smooth poppy seed paste effortlessly, enhancing the Aloo Posto’s flavour and texture.
Malpua
Malpua, celebrated as a quintessential Dussehra sweet, is a rich, sugary delight infused with aromatic spices. Often enjoyed during Dussehra, it symbolizes victory and joy, making it a standout among Dussehra special food items.
Ingredients:
All-purpose flour, fennel seeds, peppercorns, milk, sugar, ghee.
Preparation:
Prepare a smooth batter with all-purpose flour, crushed fennel seeds, crushed peppercorns, and milk. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
Cooking:
In a shallow frying pan on the Wipro Vesta 2000-watt Induction Cooktop, heat ghee.
Carefully pour ladle full of batter into the hot ghee, fry until edges turn crispy, then flip to cook the other side.
Prepare sugar syrup by dissolving sugar in water and bringing it to a boil; dip the fried malpuas into the syrup for a minute before serving.
The Wipro Vesta watt Induction Cooktop provides rapid and even heat for frying Malpuas and preparing syrup, ensuring each one is perfectly caramelized.
Exploring these unique Dussehra recipes reveals how Wipro Appliances simplify and enhance the preparation of intricate festival foods. Tools like the Wipro Vesta Induction Cooktop and the Wipro Elato Multicooker and Mixer Grinder ensure that each Dussehra dish, a symbol of good fortune and prosperity, is cooked to perfection.
Celebrate Dussehra by incorporating these efficient appliances into your kitchen, making the cooking process a breeze and ensuring every dish is flawless.
