Bhai Dooj or Bhai Phota is a special festival that celebrates the bond of brotherly-sisterly love and is observed few days after the celebrations of Diwali.  It is during this ceremony that sisters apply a tilak on the forehead of their brothers and perform an aarti with a diya as a mark of love and protection from any evil forces. During the celebration, sisters usually prepare a lavish lunch or dinner for their brothers and the recipes mostly include their brother’s favorites.

Brothers eagerly wait for this occasion as it is a great opportunity for a good feast at the sister’s place, with exchange of gifts and merriment. Indian festival is usually incomplete without good food. Unless there is chit chat in the kitchen and the house is filled with delicious aroma, the festival doesn’t get its charm. So, if you are planning to treat your brother during Bhai dooj, then here we are with our chosen list of recipes that you can prepare for a lavish treat:

Paneer achari: This is a delicacy that every brother would love to have and who doesn’t love paneer? The dish can easily be prepared with the ingredients that are already available in your kitchen cabinet and can be easily prepared in 20 minutes of time. Chunks of cottage cheese cooked in yogurt and spices, it is simply delicious.

Mushroom butter masala: This is an all-time favorite dish and goes well with paratha or rice. It is prepared by simmering mushrooms in gravy of tomatoes and rich cream. So, note down the ingredients and get this recipe listed in your menu this season.

Navarattan Korma: What about adding some vegetable dish to your menu? If you are interested in preparing a Mughal recipe, then nothing can be better than Navarattan Korma. A perfect blend of vegetables, it is a great treat for your guests.

Mutton Dum Biryani: If your brother is a non veg lover, then why don’t you try making mutton dum biryani? This is a perfect dish that has a wonderful aroma and is prepared on slow fire. Though time consuming, it is a recipe that your brother will really love to have.

Chilly chicken:  Another non veg recipe that is yummy and can be prepared during Bhai dooj is chilli chicken in a restaurant style. Chicken pieces made in soya sauce, garlic paste, onions, capsicum and corn flour, it can be a great dish that goes well with fried rice or butter naan.

Have a great Bhai Dooj celebration and throw a grand treat for you brother this time with our recipe list.