The much awaited festival of Raksha Bandhan is finally here! This year, Raksha Bandhan is falling on August 11, 2022. Many people travel to visit their siblings, it is natural to expect guests in our house. What is the best way to treat our brothers and sisters on this special day? Of course with food! If you are wondering what to make for your loved ones this Raksha Bandhan, we have a special vegetarian thali that you can make at home. This full-course meal comes with three main course dishes, a bowl of rice, roti, raita and dessert!
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Raksha Bandhan 2022: 7 recipes to make the perfect veg thali for Rakhi
1. Dal Makhani
Creamy, luscious and velvety, this classic dal always finds a special place in every festival. Making Dal Makhani is not that difficult, all you have to do is let the dal absorb all the aromatic spices and garnish it with cream to give it a smooth texture.
Click here for the complete recipe of Dal Makhani.
2. Shredded Cheese
Famous among all dhabas, Kadai Paneer is a delicious gravy which is known for its hot and spicy taste. Paneer is bathed in a spicy tomato-onion gravy and seasoned with whole spices that give it its signature flavour.
Click here for the complete Kadhai Paneer recipe.
3. Cabbage Spiced
This rendition of gobhi ki sabzi would be a perfect addition to this festive platter! Masala cabbage is cooked in a variety of spices to give a delicious dish that goes well with lentils. Dip your Masala Cauliflower in Dal Makhani and you’ll love it!
Click here for the complete recipe for Gobi Masaladar.
4. Cumin Rice
Instead of serving plain steamed rice, elevate your meal with jeera rice. This delicious side dish will be ready in no time! Just add cumin tempering to the rice and you are ready.
Click here for the complete Jeera Rice recipe.
5. Cucumber Raita
Any meal is incomplete without nutritious and delicious raita! Make this creamy and refreshing cucumber raita for your platter and entice your guests with its delicious taste. This raita is ready in just 15 minutes.
Click here for the full recipe for cucumber raita.
6. Tandoori Roti
You don’t need a tandoor to make tandoori roti at home! This leavened flatbread will bring your plate closer together with its soft and crunchy texture. Tandoori roti will enhance the taste of gravy on your plate.
Click here for the full recipe for Tandoori Roti.
7. Phirni
No thali is incomplete without sweets, especially when it is a special thali for Raksha Bandhan. Phirni would fit perfectly with this sumptuous thali as it tastes amazing and is so easy to make! Boil the rice in milk and sugar until you reach the ideal consistency.
Click here for the full recipe for Phirni.
Try this special veg thali and let us know in the comment section how you liked it!