Valor Ringan nu Shaak is an authentic Gujarati curry made with valor papdi, aubergine and basic Indian spices. It is a simple curry that is naturally vegan and gluten-free.
Ringan Valor Nu Shaak
Fresh Turmeric Pickle (Kachi Haldi Ka Achar)
It couldn't be easier to make this fresh Gujarati style turmeric pickle with both turmeric root and amba haldi. It's also made with no oil.
Samosa Tart (Tarte Au Soleil)
If you're looking for a show-stopping appetizer that's bursting with flavour, you'll love this Samosa Tart Au Soleil! It's an irresistible combination of delicate puff pastry and a vegetarian potato pea samosa filling. I've added an additional festive twist with wensleydale cheese but this is optional!
Perfect for festive gatherings such as Diwali, Thanksgiving, Christmas and Eid!
Gujarati Bharela Ravaiya (Stuffed Baby Eggplant)
Bharela Ravaiya is a delicious Gujarati curry or shaak. Baby eggplants or aubergines are stuffed with a sweet, tangy and spicy peanut and coconut bharwan masala.
Naturally vegan and gluten-free.
Carrot, Daikon Radish and Sesame Seeds Salad
Prepare this fresh and vibrant carrot and daikon radish salad that's dressed with a simple tempering, lemon juice and sesame seeds. It's an easy warm side dish to serve alongside your favourite recipes.
Indian Curry Sauce Base
You can easily prepare your favourite restaurant style Indian curries with this easy homemade Indian curry sauce recipe. This Indian simmer sauce is a smooth sauce prepared with onion, garlic, tomatoes, Indian spices and coconut milk.
Indian Curry Paste (Onion Tomato Bhuna Masala)
Prepare this basic Indian curry paste recipe in advance and use in all your favourite Indian curries. You only need 5 ingredients plus basic Indian spices for this onion tomato masala paste that is also freezable. Prep a large batch and freeze to make a curry in a hurry on busy weeknights!
Spicy Pumpkin Soup
Warm up with this spicy pumpkin soup recipe - silky smooth pumpkin soup is flavoured with ginger, basic spices and coconut milk. It's so easy to make and is vegan and gluten-free.
Masoor Dal Khichdi
Masoor Dal Khichdi, also known as Kitchri, is a wholesome and comforting Indian dish made with a simple combination of rice and red lentils. It's incredibly easy to prepare, making it a go-to meal for busy days or when you crave something warm and satisfying.
Aloo Matar Pulao (Tehri)
Aloo Matar Pulao, or Tehri, is a vegetable rice dish from Uttar Pradesh. This one pot meal is quick to prepare with mild flavours.
Billionaire's Christmas Hot Chocolate
Calling all the millionaire shortbread fans! You'll love this Homemade Billionaire’s Hot Chocolate, a luxurious drink that's like Christmas in a mug!
Bharwa Bhindi (Bharela Bhinda)
Bharwa Bhindi is a delicious sabji and is also known as Bharela Bhinda or Bhinda Sambharia. Fresh and tender okra are stuffed with a flavourful Gujarati style aromatic masala. Naturally vegan and gluten-free.
Billionaire's Latte (Chocolate, Caramel Shortbread)
Make café style Homemade Billionaire’s Latte. This fun and festive coffee is inspired by Costa and is made with layers of silky caramel, melted chocolate, shortbread crumbs and smooth latte.
Eggnog Latte (Starbucks Copycat)
Combine the comforting Christmas flavours of eggnog with freshly brewed coffee and frothy milk for this ultra creamy eggnog latte. It's a copycat version of the Starbucks Eggnog Latte! I use my homemade eggless eggnog that you can also make entirely dairy-free.
Eggless Eggnog
Make this extra creamy eggless eggnog with cashews and heavy cream that can be served warm or chilled. My version is non-alcoholic but its easy to make boozy.
Taste's delicious in this cosy Eggnog Latte that's a Starbucks copycat recipe.
Cheat's Mango Rasmalai
Mango Rasmalai is a spectacular Indian dessert. The classic dessert, ras malai, is paired with exotic fruity mango for a refreshing and creamy sweet treat.
I've made a cheats version using store bought but you can easily make rasmalai and mango pulp at home.
Masoor Dal (Red Lentil Dal)
Masoor dal, or red lentil dal, is a comforting, dish that’s naturally vegan and gluten-free. Easy to make and bursting with flavour, it’s a go-to option for a hearty weeknight dish or as a side for your Indian meals.
Eggless White Chocolate Mousse (2 ingredients)
This is the EASIEST, QUICKEST, and most DELICIOUS white chocolate mousse. This recipe is eggless, without gelatine and made with just 2 ingredients - white chocolate and cream!
Kathiawadi Lasaniya Gajar
Gujarati Lasaniya Gajar is a warming recipe made with raw carrots and garlic chutney. It's a delicious, flavour-packed side dish for your Indian meals.
Easy Sparkling Pomegranate Mocktail
This festive Pomegranate Mocktail recipe is as simple as they come. Fresh pomegranate juice and a sweet sparkling non alcoholic wine combine to make an elegant no alcohol drink for special occasions. The beauty of this mocktail is that you can assemble it even after your guests have arrived. There is no need for prepping in advance as it's SO QUICK to make.
Gujarati Bateta Poha Recipe
The ultimate Gujarati breakfast or snack is undoubtedly Bateta Poha. It's a delicious dish made with flattened rice, potatoes, green chillies and ginger but without onion.
French Chestnut Soup
French Chestnut Soup, or velouté de châtaigne, is a beautifully silky and smooth soup made with chestnuts and cream. Traditionally served on Christmas, this soup is as luxurious as they come!
Vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Fulavar Bateta nu Shaak
Fulavar Bateta nu Shaak is a Gujarati cauliflower and potato curry recipe. It's prepared in a gravy of basic Indian spices and without onion or garlic.
Spicy Carrot Soup
This spicy carrot soup is perfect for chilly autumn and winter days. It's flavoured with spices for a gentle warmth and is naturally vegan.
Gujarati Bharwa Masala (Bharela Shaak No Masalo)
This Gujarati style Bharwan Masala is perfect for stuffed vegetable shaak such as bhinda and baby aubergine and potatoes.
Gujarati Bhakri (Bhakhri Recipe)
Gujarati Bhakri is an Indian style unleavened flatbread and is made with coarse whole wheat flour and ghee or oil. It is rounder, thicker and crisp compared with Gujarati rotli.
Perfect served as part of a Gujarati thali.
Kaddu Raita (Butternut Squash Raita)
Butternut squash raita is a cool creamy accompaniment made with yogurt and cooked butternut squash.
Methi Mathri (Methi Farsi Puri)
Methi Farsi Puri or Methi Mathri is an Indian crispy and flaky snack made with plain flour and fresh methi. The mathri are deep-fried and served during the festive season, just like the original Gujarati farsi puri recipe.
Festive Indian Salad
Pair this festive Indian salad alongside your Indian meals. Julienne beetroot, carrot and apple are all dressed in a chilli Indian salad dressing. I've finished the salad off with jewelled pomegranate arils and pistachios for a super festive touch.
Indian Salad Dressing
This tangy and spicy Indian salad dressing is ready in less than 5 minutes. It's made with fresh green chillies, ginger, mint and lime juice.
Vegan and gluten-free.
Gujarati Batata nu Shaak (Potato Curry)
Jamanvar Bateta nu Shaak is a unique Gujarati style potato curry with a gravy of spices, tamarind and jaggery. It is especially served at weddings or special occasions so is known as lagan style shaak.
Paneer Makhani (Paneer Butter Masala)
For Paneer Makhani, soft paneer pieces are simmered in an exquisite, rich and silky sauce made with butter, onion, tomato, cashews and aromatic spices. Perfect as part of your Diwali dinner menu.
Peas Pulao (Matar Pulao)
Green peas pulao, or matar pulao, is an Indian and Pakistani rice dish made with basmati rice, whole spices, green peas and mint. Easy enough to make any day, but luxurious enough to serve for a dinner party.
Cardamom Pistachio Palmiers
Prepare to be making these Cardamom Pistachio Palmiers over and over again! Flaky buttery layers of puff pastry with pistachio cream and cardamom powder is game changing!
Mohanthal Recipe
The ultimate Diwali mithai has to be Gujarati Mohanthal! This recipe contains mawa or khoya to create proper crumbly Mohanthal that is as good as kandoi or mithai shops. This style of perfect Mohanthal is readily found in temples and in Havelis (Vaishnav temples) around the world.
Szechuan Paneer Puff Pastry Swirls (Pinwheels)
Szechuan Paneer Puff Pastry Swirls are a fun vegetarian Indian-fusion appetiser with all the flavours and textures! You've got creamy paneer and veggies inside crispy puff pastry flavoured with tongue-tingling schezwan sauce.
Biranj (Gujarati Sweet Rice)
Biranj is a timeless Gujarati sweet dish made with basmati rice, chana dal and nuts. It is flavoured with aromatic whole spices and luxurious saffron. Perfect for special occasions such as Diwali.
Chilli Lime Accordion Potatoes (baked + air fryer)
These chilli lime accordion potatoes are an Indian take on the viral TikTok trend! Lattice cut slices of potatoes are coated in a tongue tingly masala then baked or air fried until crispy outside and soft inside.
150+ Diwali Sweets and Snacks Recipes (2026)
Sweets and snacks play an essential role in Diwali celebrations, and families often prepare a variety of delectable treats to share with friends and relatives.
Here is my ever-growing selection of Diwali recipes including both sweets and snacks!
Check out my Diwali Dinner Menu for inspiration to curate your own bespoke menu
Gulab Jamun Cookies
Make buttery Gulab Jamun Cookies using store-bought gulab jamun mix and a rose water glaze. This 5 ingredient eggless recipe is easy to make yet makes an impressive sweet treat for special occasions.
Perfect Nankhatai
Nankhatai is a classic eggless Indian cookie recipe. These Indian buttery shortbread cookies are laced with cardamom and saffron. They have an irresistible rich, crumbly, melt in mouth texture.Â
Farsi Puri Recipe (Gujarati snack for Diwali)
Farsi Puri is a traditional Diwali savoury snack recipe from Gujarati cuisine that is crispy and flaky.
This traditional Gujarati snack is made with 5 ingredients such as plain flour, semolina and basic spices.
It is the perfect and tasty teatime exclusive snack that melts-in-your-mouth with a hot cup of tea.
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