Celebrate India’s Independence Day with Organic Tricolor Delights
On this 78th Independence Day of India, embrace the spirit of patriotism with a feast filled with vibrant and healthy tricolor recipes. This blog brings you a culinary celebration inspired by the Indian flag, featuring dishes made with the purest of ingredients from Dwaraka Organic. Get ready to indulge in the taste of freedom with these delightful and flavorful creations!
Independence Day, celebrated on August 15th, is a day of immense pride and patriotism in India. It marks the anniversary of India’s freedom from the British regime, a victory earned through dedication, diligence, and unparalleled sacrifices by the freedom fighters who successfully brought independence, thereby uniting the nation.
How do Indians celebrate Independence Day?
Independence Day in India is a grand affair filled with ceremonies, cultural events, and a sense of unity and freedom that transcends all barriers. The day often begins with the hoisting of the national flag. The Indian flag, with its vibrant saffron, white, and green colors, symbolizes courage, peace, and prosperity. The flag-hoisting sessions are followed by parades and speeches that remind us of the sacrifices made by the nation’s bravehearts.
However, no celebration is complete without food that resonates with the occasion. So what better way to honor the tricolor as we celebrate India’s Independence Day than by incorporating it into our culinary delights?
Homemade Tricolor Delights for Independence Day.
Celebrating Independence Day at home is the perfect opportunity to experiment with flavors and ingredients. This year, let’s bring the essence of the Indian flag to our plates with organic tricolor recipes that add a patriotic touch to your Independence Day celebrations. Not only are these recipes visually appealing, but they are also made with organic ingredients that ensure a healthy and delicious feast.
In this blog, we are going to give you some ideas on how to incorporate the tricolor of the Indian flag into some of the dishes that you usually enjoy during occasions like Independence Day. Read on to learn more.
Tricolor Idli
Start your day with the healthy and tasty Tricolor Idli. These soft, steamed cakes are a breakfast staple in several Indian households, and when made with organic ingredients, they become even more delightful.
To achieve the vibrant tricolor effect, you have to divide the idli batter into three portions. For the green layer, blanch some fresh spinach and blend into a fine puree, while you can use boiled carrots and make a puree out of them to create the orange layer. The third portion should remain plain for the white layer. Then, layer the batter carefully in a greased idli mold in the sequence of orange, white, and finally green.
Next up, steam the Idlis until they turn soft, light, and fluffy. Once ready, remove them gently from the molds. Garnish the Idlis with a sprinkle of Garam Masala and Chili Powder. Finally, serve them hot with a side of sambar and coconut chutney.
Tricolor Crackers
Satisfy your mid-day snack cravings with some freshly baked crackers. Made with a blend of organic Maida Flour and Oats Flour, these tricolor crackers are crunchy and packed with nutrients.
You must start by making a puree with a handful of spinach and finely grating a carrot. In a mixing bowl, prepare a basic dough with ingredients like Maida Flour, Oats Flour, Garam Masala, Chilli powder, Coriander Powder, etc. Then, divide this dough into two smaller bowls, adding the spinach puree to one and the grated carrot to the other.
Once done, lightly knead each with your hands, adding water as needed to form a flexible dough. Make sure to keep some parts of the dough to make the plain crackers that will resemble the white color. Roll out each colored dough and the white dough into thin layers using a pizza knife to cut them into strips. Offering a visually stunning array of tricolor, these crackers are a savory delight that pairs perfectly with dips or a hot cup of tea.
Tiranga Sandwich Dhokla
Tiranga Sandwich Dhokla is a unique take on the traditional Gujarati snack, embodying the colors of the Indian flag in each delicious layer. To prepare this tricolor delight, create a fluffy batter using Sooji Coarse and curd. Once the batter is ready, divide it into three portions. For the green layer, spread a generous amount of fresh mint chutney, and for the orange layer, use a rich, flavorful red chutney. The middle layer will remain plain, representing the white band of the flag.
Steam each layer individually to ensure the colors remain distinct and the dhokla is perfectly cooked. After steaming and allowing it to cool, cut the dhokla into squares, revealing the striking tricolor effect. Top it off with a tempering of Black Mustard and Cumin Whole for an added r kick of flavor. This Tiranga Dhokla is a beautiful and flavorful tribute to the Indian tricolor, perfect to be enjoyed with a side of tangy tamarind chutney.
Tricolor Paneer Tikka
The Tricolor Paneer Tikka will surely be the star of your Independence Day Feast. Showcasing the vibrant hues of the Indian flag in every skewer, it is an easy dish to prepare. Start off by marinating the paneer cubes with a mix of salt, lemon juice, Sunflower Oil, and Ginger-Garlic Paste for the basic flavors. Now, for the tricolor effect, prepare three separate marinades which are going to be a saffron red marinade using hung curd and spices, a creamy white marinade with the help of cashew paste, and cheese, and a fresh green marinade with a blend of mint, coriander, and green chilies.
Once you are done with the marination process, skewer the paneer cubes according to the color sequence of the Indian flag and roast them in a tandoor until perfectly cooked and the air around you is filled with the intensely sizzling aroma. Use Dwaraka Organic’s pure and authentic Tikka Masala spice blend to prepare this, and the result will be nothing short of a stunning and flavorful dish that not only looks like the Indian flag but also delivers a delightful culinary experience. Serve it hot with mint chutney, and enjoy it to the fullest.
On a different note, there is another great way to enjoy this tricolor Paneer Tikka, and that is in the form of Tricolor Paneer Tikka Pizza. All you have to do is take the paneer cubes out of the skewers and layer them in the flag’s color sequence on the pizza bread. So, if you want to add some twist to this dish on Independence Day, the Tricolor Paneer Tikka Pizza will surely be the star of the feast.
Tricolor Rice Varities
While you host a special Independence Day feast for your guests, arrange your table with dishes that resemble the Indian flag’s color, and make sure not to forget to include the Tricolor Rice Varieties. These three different rice delicacies featuring Vegetable Biryani, Jeera Rice, and Palak Khichdi represent the Indian flag.
Prepare the saffron-hued Vegetable Biryani with our special Biryani Masala, while the simple Jeera Rice, for its pristine touch of white, can be easily prepared with a delicate seasoning of Cumin Whole. Lastly, the Palak Khichdi, cooked with pureed Palak and some traditional Indian spices with a garnishing of coriander leaves, is sure to offer a vibrant green color and a nutritious twist along with the visually appealing look of the Indian flag on your table when you arrange these rice dishes in the correct sequence.
The combination of these three rice dishes makes for a visually appealing presentation and delivers a harmonious blend of flavors and tastes that celebrate the diversity of Indian cuisine.
The above-mentioned Tricolor recipes are perfect for celebrating India’s Independence Day with a feast full of culinary delightfulness that upholds our rich culinary heritage. Prepare these dishes with Dwaraka Organic’s authentic, pure, and unadulterated ingredients that bring out the best in these recipes. Get the ingredients you want from a grocery store near you or order them online from Amazon and bring the taste of freedom to your table as you celebrate a Happy Independence Day.
