In Photos | Smart and delicious ways to reuse Diwali food leftovers
After five days of celebrations, Diwali has come to an end. But Diwali sweets and food still remain. Here are some ways you can reuse the leftovers from Diwali
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Blend leftover gulab jamuns or barfis into milkshakes or crumble them over ice cream for a quick dessert. You can also layer sweets with yoghurt or whipped cream to make parfaits. Repurposing mithai adds flavour and ensures your festive treats don’t go to waste while satisfying your sweet cravings creatively. Pixabay
Layer crumbled barfi, rasgulla pieces, or laddoo with yoghurt, whipped cream, and fruits to create quick dessert parfaits. The textures and sweetness blend beautifully, giving traditional mithai a modern twist while ensuring nothing goes to waste. Pixabay
Melt leftover barfi, peda, or milk-based sweets into warm milk and simmer with semolina or rice to make halwa or kheer. Add nuts, cardamom, and saffron for richness. This transforms assorted mithai into a comforting, homemade dessert perfect for cosy evenings after the festival. Reuters
Use paneer tikka or sabzis as fillings for wraps, tacos, or quesadillas. Mix pulao with fresh herbs for a Mediterranean-style rice bowl. Fusion cooking helps reinvent familiar flavours into exciting meals and makes Diwali food enjoyable for days after the celebration ends. Pixabay
Combine leftover samosas, namkeen, or sev with chopped onions, tomatoes, chutneys, and curd to make a delicious bhel or chaat. This refreshing mix turns fried snacks into crunchy, tangy street-style delights. It’s a quick, no-cook way to give your Diwali munchies a vibrant second life. Reuters
Turn leftover gravies and curries into fillings for parathas, sandwiches, or stuffed buns. Add rice to make a comforting curry pulao or soup base. Adjust seasoning and consistency to refresh the flavour. Reinventing rich curries prevents waste and keeps your post-Diwali meals exciting and hearty. Pixabay
Mix leftover pakoras, vegetables, or curries with mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs, and spices to make crispy cutlets or patties. Shallow fry or air-fry them for a wholesome snack. These make great tea-time bites or quick tiffin fillers while turning your Diwali food into something entirely new. Pixabay
If you’ve had your fill, share leftovers with neighbours, community kitchens, or those in need. Diwali’s true spirit lies in generosity. Distributing fresh, safely packed food reduces waste, spreads joy, and ensures everyone enjoys a bit of the festival’s warmth and sweetness. PTI