Celebrate Diwali with a variety of classic South Indian snacks that are easy to prepare and loved by everyone! Here’s a guide to some crowd-favorites, including Murukku, Thattai, Kaara Sev, Medhu Vada, Kaara Vada, and Omapodi—each adding its unique flavor and crunch tothe festive table. Let’s dive into these recipes, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

A crunchy and savory spiral-shaped snack, Murukku is made from rice and urad dal flour, spiced up with sesame seeds and cumin.

• Ingredients: Rice flour, urad dal flour, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, salt, and oil.
• Method: Combine ingredients to form a soft dough, shape into spirals with a murukku press, and fry until golden.

Thin, crispy, and flavorful, Thattai is a popular cracker snack spiced with chana dal and curry leaves.

• Ingredients: Rice flour, chana dal, red chili powder, curry leaves, and sesame seeds.
• Method: Mix rice flour with spices and chana dal, shape into small discs, and deep-fry until golden brown and crispy.

A spicy, crumbly snack made from gram flour and black pepper, Kaara Sev is ideal for those who love a bit of heat.

• Ingredients: Gram flour, rice flour, black pepper, red chili powder, salt, and oil.
• Method: Mix gram flour, rice flour, and spices with water to make a thick batter. Use a sev press to shape and fry until crisp.

Both Medhu Vada and Kaara Vada are delicious vada varieties with distinct textures and flavors, often enjoyed with chutney or sambar.

• Ingredients: Urad dal, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, and salt.
• Method: Soak urad dal, grind to a smooth batter, mix with spices, shape into doughnut- like rings, and deep-fry until golden and fluffy.

• Ingredients: Chana dal, green chilies, curry leaves, fennel seeds, and salt.
• Method: Coarsely grind soaked chana dal with spices, shape into flat patties, and deep- fry until crisp.

This light, airy snack is a must-have, made from gram flour and ajwain (carom seeds) for a unique flavor.

• Ingredients: Gram flour, rice flour, ajwain seeds, salt, and oil
• Method: Mix gram flour, rice flour, and ajwain seeds, form a batter, shape with a sev press, and fry until golden.

• Prep Ahead: These snacks stay fresh for days if stored in airtight containers, making them perfect for prepping before the Diwali rush.
• Adjust the Spice: Customize spice levels to your taste, especially for Kaara Sev and Vada.
• Gift-Worthy: Pack these treats in decorative boxes to share as festive gifts with loved ones.

As you prepare for Diwali, these quick and simple snacks—Murukku, Thattai, Kaara Sev, Medhu Vada, Kaara Vada, and Omapodi—will surely add a festive touch to your celebrations. Not only are they delicious and easy to make, but they also embody the rich culinary traditions of South India. Whether you’re sharing these treats with family and friends or offering them at gatherings, they are sure to impress everyone with their flavors and crunch.

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