Festive Dishes for Holi

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Which traditional sweet dish is commonly prepared and exchanged during Holi celebrations?

  1. Gujiya

  2. Rasgulla

  3. Jalebi

  4. Gulab Jamun


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujiya, a deep-fried pastry filled with a sweet mixture of khoya, nuts, and spices, is a popular Holi delicacy.

What is the key ingredient used in preparing the savory dish Dahi Bhalla?

  1. Chickpeas

  2. Potatoes

  3. Lentils

  4. Yogurt


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dahi Bhalla is made using soft dumplings made from yogurt, which are then soaked in a spiced yogurt sauce.

Which refreshing drink is often served during Holi to beat the summer heat?

  1. Thandai

  2. Lassi

  3. Nimbu Paani

  4. Chaas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thandai, a sweet and creamy drink made with milk, almonds, poppy seeds, and spices, is a Holi favorite.

What is the primary ingredient used in making the colorful dish Papdi Chaat?

  1. Papdi

  2. Dahi

  3. Sev

  4. Potatoes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Papdi Chaat is a tangy and flavorful snack made with crispy papdi, yogurt, sev, potatoes, and various chutneys.

Which sweet delicacy is known for its vibrant green color and is often prepared for Holi?

  1. Gulab Jamun

  2. Rasmalai

  3. Puran Poli

  4. Malpua


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Puran Poli is a traditional Maharashtrian sweet flatbread filled with a sweet lentil mixture and colored green with spinach.

What is the main ingredient in the popular Holi dish Bhang Pakora?

  1. Bhang

  2. Potatoes

  3. Spinach

  4. Paneer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhang Pakora is a savory fritter made with bhang, a psychoactive ingredient derived from the cannabis plant.

Which sweet dish is made with semolina, ghee, and sugar, and is often served during Holi?

  1. Sheera

  2. Kheer

  3. Payasam

  4. Halwa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sheera is a simple yet delicious sweet dish made with roasted semolina and flavored with ghee, sugar, and cardamom.

What is the primary ingredient used in preparing the tangy and spicy dish Aloo Tikki Chaat?

  1. Potatoes

  2. Chickpeas

  3. Dahi

  4. Sev


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aloo Tikki Chaat is a popular street food made with crispy potato patties, yogurt, sev, and various chutneys.

Which sweet dish is made with flattened rice, jaggery, and ghee, and is commonly prepared during Holi?

  1. Chivda

  2. Laddu

  3. Barfi

  4. Peda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chivda is a crunchy and flavorful snack made with flattened rice, jaggery, ghee, and nuts.

What is the main ingredient used in making the traditional Holi dish Malpua?

  1. Flour

  2. Rice

  3. Semolina

  4. Yogurt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Malpua is a sweet pancake made with flour, milk, and sugar, and is often served with rabdi or kheer.

Which savory dish is made with a mixture of lentils, rice, and vegetables, and is often served during Holi?

  1. Khichdi

  2. Biryani

  3. Pulao

  4. Chole Bhature


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Khichdi is a simple yet nutritious dish made with a combination of lentils, rice, and vegetables, and is often flavored with spices and herbs.

What is the primary ingredient used in preparing the sweet dish Rasmalai?

  1. Milk

  2. Flour

  3. Semolina

  4. Yogurt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rasmalai is a popular sweet dish made with soft cheese balls soaked in a creamy and flavorful milk-based sauce.

Which traditional Holi dish is made with a mixture of chickpeas, potatoes, and spices, and is often served with puri or bhatura?

  1. Chole Bhature

  2. Rajma Chawal

  3. Kadhi Pakora

  4. Pav Bhaji


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chole Bhature is a classic North Indian dish made with chickpeas cooked in a spicy gravy and served with fried bhatura.

What is the main ingredient used in making the sweet dish Laddu?

  1. Flour

  2. Rice

  3. Semolina

  4. Gram Flour


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Laddu is a popular sweet dish made with roasted gram flour, sugar, and ghee, and is often flavored with nuts and spices.

Which savory dish is made with a mixture of vegetables, spices, and yogurt, and is often served during Holi?

  1. Raita

  2. Kadhi Pakora

  3. Chole Bhature

  4. Pav Bhaji


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raita is a refreshing and flavorful side dish made with yogurt, vegetables, and spices, and is often served with rice or roti.

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