Bhai Dooj, also known as Bhaiya Dooj, Bhau Beej, Bhai Phonta, is celebrated two days after Diwali and is the final day of the five-day Diwali celebrations. It’s observed on the second lunar day of the bright fortnight in the Hindu month of Kartika.

We all grew up watching our mothers fry festive namkeen like aloo bhujia, chivda, mathri in hot, bubbling oil. It’s been the go-to choice for generations. However, growing up with busy schedules, we became accustomed to buying unhealthy and salty store-bought snacks.