Chocolate Kaju Katli, gulkand gulab jamun and more: Recipes that promise a sweet Diwali
What better way to celebrate the festival of lights than with a feast with the family.
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Chocolate Kaju Katli.
The festival of lights is here, and what better way to celebrate than with a feast with the family. With many people opting to say no to store-bought sweets, you can leave a mark with these delicious homemade desserts.
So this Diwali, put on your chef's hat, and get behind the counter. Trust us, the result will be worth the effort.
Go on, give these easy-to-make, delicious treats a shot.
Ingredients Cashew nuts: 2 1/4 cups Sugar: 1 cup Water: 100 ml Milk or dark chocolate: 1 cup
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Method - Grind the cashew nuts in a blender to make a fine powder - Take a heavy bottomed pan, add sugar and water to it. Place on medium heat and bring to boil. - Turn the heat down after sugar dissolves and allow the mixture to boil for a few minutes till it reaches a one-string consistency - To test consistency, transfer a few drops of the syrup on a clean plate, allow it to cool for 15-20 seconds and check if ir forms a single thread between your thumb and index finger - Add the ground cashew nut powder to the syrup and stir continuously for 4-5 minutes, while on heat - It will gradually turn into a thick paste
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- Take the mixture off the heat and allow it to cool to room temperature - After it cools down, grease palms with a dash of ghee and knead it to form smooth, uniform dough - Next spread a sheet of butter paper on the counter top, place the dough on it and roll the dough out with a rolling pin to a thickness of 5-6 mm, evenly - Take water in a saucepan and put on heat. Place a heatproof bowl over it and melt the dark chocolate
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- Pour the melted chocolate over the rolled kaju katli dough and spread it evenly with the help of a spatula - Allow it to cool for some time and then refrigerate for 15-20 mins - After the chocolate has set, cut it into diamond-shaped pieced
(Recipe: Nitish Chopra, Sous Chef, Aloft New Delhi Aerocity)
Method - Combine khoya, flour and cardamom powder to form a dough; keep aside - Break a small portion of the dough to form round shapes; stuff with gulkhand (Make sure there are no cracks on dough balls) - Heat ghee (clarified butter) on medium heat and fry dough balls on low flame stirring continuously - Remove when they turn golden brown - Put them into warm sugar syrup - Cover the lid and rest for 2 hours - Serve hot
(Recipe: Mukesh Sharma, Executive Chef, Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort Spa)
- Combine sugar and water in a pan and simmer till the mixture has a 1-string consistency - Remove from the heat and keep warm
For ghevar
- Combine flour, arrowroot and melted ghee in a bowl - Add 1 cup of water while whisking continuously - Add 2 more cups of water again in a thin stream while whisking continuously - Keep the batter in a cool place away from the heat - Place the ghevar ring in a pan (kadhai) and pour melted ghee in it till it reaches 3/4th height of the mould - Heat ghee on a medium flame and pour a spoonful of the batter into the mould in a thin stream (it should settle in the mould) - Repeat seven times making a hole in the centre of the ghevar using a wooden skewer stick - Pour batter into this centre each time - Once cooked take out and immerse in sugar syrup, drain quickly and place on a serving plate - Arrange multiple layers with different sizes and serve
(Recipe: Prem K Pogakula, Executive Chef, The Imperial New Delhi)
Diwali Gifting Guide: The Best Hampers In Town
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Diwali gifting, though a fun tradition, can at times also be a little difficult. While it is not always possible to know the exact preferences of the gift-receiver, the numerous options in the markets sometimes prove to be a problem of plenty.
Which is why, we are ever so thankful for gift hampers.
So this Diwali, we take out all the tough part of gifting with our guide to the best hampers in town.
In Pic: Pullman's Luxury hamper with a box of six teas, chocolates, flavoured honey, nuts, Glenfiddich 12 YO, and scented candles is priced at Rs. 10,500.
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If Diwali means an overdose of Indian sweets for you, Andaz hotel Delhi offers the perfect gift hampers. But mithai isn't all, the hampers also come loaded with delectable Kashmiri Almonds, Millet Red Rice Chevdu, Himalayan Walnuts, Vanilla and Coffee Truffles, Cranberry & Timur White Chocolates.
In addition to the assortment of delicious festive treats, you can also choose from artisanal retail products from Original India Table, Earth Loaf, Himalayan Haat while customising your hamper.
Price: INR 1,299 onwards
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If luxury had another name, it would be this 'Handpicked for Home' hamper. Complete with gourmet treats - quinoa pasta, Bruijn dates, Golden Matcha and Makaibari tea, a bottle of Dom Perigon, Bruijn nuts, truffle sea salt, champagne honey, single origin chocolates, among other things - it is a Diwali dream gift.
And if the food isn't enough to convince you, it also comes packed with potpourri, mother of pearl coasters, Bose speakers, a Ganesha idol, camel bone box, vintage silver candle stand, Zalto champagne glasses, and a runner, placemats & napkins by Sarita Handa.
Price: Rs 2,50,000
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Packed with gourmet treats ranging from chocolates to wine, hampers by La Baguette at The Imperial make for an excellent Diwali gifting option.
They come loaded with tea cake, chocolate almonds, a chocolate box, cheese straws, Peanut Cocount Toasted , black current, raisins, assorted cookies, olive oil, palmiers, mix nut bottle, Rose Petal Rice Crisp White Bar, Rice Dark Crisp Bar, Granola Bar, and wine - just the mix to make a festive evening fun.
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There's no better way to show love than with food, and which is why gourmet hampers make for such great Diwali presents. But if you want to go a step further and not be limited to food, the festive hampers by the Taj Palace hotel give you that option too.
You can pick from a range of tie and cufflink sets, decorative plates, handcrafted writing instruments, fragrances, and collectibles from Taj Khazana to go with your hamper.
And as far as the the edible treats are concerened, the range of traditional sweets, artisanal chocolates, pickle collections, teas are sure to leave an impression.
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The Oberoi New Delhi's festive hamper, packed in a sandouk (trunk) is sure to make a statement. It comes loaded with Bruijin golden box of dry fruits and nuts, homemade cookies and chocolates, Redcha tea, vanilla bourbon, olives in brine, demerara sugar, Black Label extra virgin olive oil, Miot preserves, Pommery mustard, Mille Fiorii multiflora honey, brownies and tea cake.
And if the food isn't enough to entice you, it goes the extra mile with a Pashmina shawl, hand-painted sandalwood box, bath candy essential oil, a traditional guthi, toran, a Ganesha idol, and agate coasters.
Now, if that isn't the complete gift, we don't know what is.
Price: INR 37,500
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A gourmet hamper can be a delight to receive. So if you're heading for a Diwali party, know that you can't go wrong with a luxurious gift hamper.
Filled with fine nuts, chocolates, macroons, teas and more - you can customise a hamper or pick a ready one at the Shangri-La, and rest assured you'll leave a mark.
A gourmet hamper can be a delight to receive. So if you're heading for a Diwali party, know that you can't go wrong with a luxurious gift hamper.
Filled with fine nuts, chocolates, macroons, teas an..
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Culinary delights, handcrafted candles, cufflinks and stoles from Taj Khazana, Mont Blanc pens, limited edition Armani accessories, Canali pocket squares and ties, single origin brews, exotic crystal ware, Lakshmi and Ganesha idols, and indulgence kits by Forest Essentials - no, we're not talking about a dream list, but rather the luxe hampers from New Delhi's Taj Mahal hotel.
The exclusive hampers can also be customised to cater to your preferences.
Price: INR 5,500 to INR 2,50,000
Culinary delights, handcrafted candles, cufflinks and stoles from Taj Khazana, Mont Blanc pens, limited edition Armani accessories, Canali pocket squares and ties, single origin brews, exotic crystal..
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Going for a Diwali party and having trouble picking a gift? The Roseate's festive hampers can be the solution to your dilemma. The hotel is offering three variants for you to choose from.
Staring at Rs 3,000 onwards, they have a selection of tea, scented candles, dry fruits, chocolates and macaroons. And if you want to add a special touch, you can opt for the hamper with a bottle of spirit.
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