While traditional dishes like Chappan Bhog and Panchamrit continue to be an intrinsic part of the festival, adding unique, delicious dishes to the long list of food varieties this Krishna Janmashtami 2023, can bring a new twist to the celebrations.  Photo Courtesy: iStock

Herb Rice with nutty Pomegranate Salsa
We Indians love our rice and often find meals incomplete without it. A flavourful rice during fancy meals on any occasion, be it a vegetable pulao or biryani, satisfies the soul thoroughly. The newest addition to rice varieties is the herb rice. The dish involves steaming hot rice infused with the rich flavours of herbs that enhance the taste of this dish. It is a perfect accompaniment to any main course. Photo Courtesy: Chef Natasha Celmi

Venetian Semolina Squares (Baked)
With a texture like semolina (Indian suji), it is essentially made from cornmeal. Adapting global flavours to suit local tastes, the chef suggests preparing this dish with semolina (suji), which is available in any grocery store. These semolina squares make up for a good side dish along with your other festive dishes. Photo Courtesy: Chef Natasha Celmi

Kesari Moong Dal Halwa
An Indian dessert that is not just delectable but also comforting to the heart, moong dal halwa is an easy-to-cook dish. What makes this moong dal halwa special is the saffron flavour. Photo Courtesy:  Chef Vikram Arora 

Nutritious Besan Ladoos
Overeating and binge-eating on mouthwatering dishes is inevitable during Indian festivals. Most of us put on weight during the time of festivities. Besides, Indian desserts like besan ladoos are a weakness. However, adopting healthy treats without compromising on the taste is a true blessing. Photo Courtesy: Tanya Mehra, certified child nutritionist 

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