New Year's Eve Traditions: 10 Things You Should Eat For Good Luck In 2020

Anticipating a splendid New Year? How about turbo-charging the luck factor in order to make it a very successful 2020? Well, ushering in good luck and harmony in the New Year is easier than you thought. And, it starts with the food you choose to eat on NY’s Eve! Here are a few lesser-known yet incredibly effective gastronomical traditions to follow…

1) Say Yes to Greens: Green as a hue is symbolic of good luck. So, how about biting into some leafy richness on New Year’s Eve? Some of the options to consider are Kale, brussels sprouts and green beans. Sweet pea risotto, mixed green and herb toss salad, brussels sprouts with figs, charred peas with a creamy dressing are great add-ons to the New Year Eve’s menu.

2) Grapes are great: Adding grapes and cheese to your New Year's Eve platter is highly recommended. What’s more, an array of healthy and incredibly yummy holiday appetizers can be made from using grapes.

3) Noodles to the rescue: Yes, you read that right. Devouring a bowl of ramen on New Year’s Day is said to bring in good luck. The belief is popular among those belonging to Asian countries. But, there’s a rule— you can’t break the noodle before it’s entirely in your mouth.

4) Pork is perfect: For the longest time, Pork was associated as a dish reserved for the wealthy. The delicious meat, which was once a staple of the wealthy, is known to bring in good look to the eater. Needless to say, a slice of heavy pork is a great option to consider.

5) Fish is fabulous: If you love seafood, do yourself a favor and add a hearty fish cuisine to your menu. It is believed that the outward appearance of fish symbolizes prosperity and abundance— the scales resemble coins and a group of fishes swim together in the same direction, signifying wealth and prosperity.

6) Pomegranate is a clear winner: As per the Turkish tradition, Pomegranates are associated with fertility and abundance. One of the signature festive recipes to try on New Year's eve is Pomegranate-honey glazed chicken and squash, spiced chicken tacos with avocados and pomegranate salsa, pineapple-pom fruit mélange. Get the recipe here.

7) New Year cakes are lucky: Ring-shaped cakes are amazing options to bite into, on this New Year’s Eve. It’s easier to make at home. It is often said that ring-shaped cakes with trinkets baked inside are symbolic of life coming full circle. So indulge your sweet tooth in some goodness, which in turn will bring in great goodness!

8) Cornbread for the go-getter: Cornbread is often a popular dish on the NY menu of several homes. But, what if we told you that eating this delicious buttery snack on NY’s eve could bring in fortune this year? This is also a great option for New Year’s cocktail party. Get the recipe here.

9) Black-eyed peas bring in what you want: Black-eyed peas, when served with collard greens, is a delicacy in itself. But, what if we told you that devouring this yummy dish could get you luckier in the New Year? Well, now you know! Get started with a fresh black-eyed peas salad if you’re not in the mood to get very creative in the kitchen. Get the recipe here.

10) Add Lentils to the list: Italians believe that lentils hold a great deal of goodness. This is one of the reasons as to why lentil-based dishes are a great choice in the New Year. If you’re on the lookout for a great recipe, giving smoke salmon with lentil salad a try won’t disappoint. Lentil “Bolognese” spaghetti is a great option too. Get the recipe here.