Diwali is here again and with it, the season of sweets, and there are some that are hot favourites during the festive season, one of them being the delectable orange Motichoor laddoos. With crushed pearls fried batter with the aromatic addition of saffron and spices, this is a rich treat and every bite is savoured. Diwali is the perfect time to catch up with friends and family, and Diwali cards night is almost a mandatory part of the celebrations.
If you’re having friends over for a card night, then you’ll also need to plan ahead on what to serve them, and rather than the usual suspects, why not mix things up with a desi-inspired cocktail made with the beloved Motichoor Laddoo? Using desi sweets in your cocktails may seem a little over the top, but with their aromatic flavours and inherent sweetness, they actually end up being the perfect base for spirits. By infusing the flavours of different mithais into cocktails, you can easily perfect the art of creating the perfect Diwali-inspired cocktail for your parties. Origin Of Motichoor Laddoo It’s believed that Motichoor Laddoos first came about in the Northern regions of India in states like Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh but has become a quintessential addition to Diwali gifting over the years.
The laddoos are made with globules of besan flour which are fried and then rolled with saffron sugar syrup into balls and topped with any number of additions like nuts to silver leaf. Aside from being a delicious treat, Motichoor Lad.