Navratri 2024: India is a land of festivals, and one of the most eagerly awaited celebrations is the nine-day extravaganza of Sharad Navratri. Commencing on October 3, 2024, and concluding on October 12, Navratri 2024 promises to be a vibrant and spiritually significant event. This festivity, dedicated to the nine forms of the goddess, marks a time when devotees across India fast, pray and follow a strict vegetarian diet, also known as Vrat foods.
In many households, this diet excludes onions and garlic, emphasizing pure and satvik cuisine. Navratri Fasting and Food: During Navratri fasting, followers consume a variety of ingredients, including fruits, potatoes, sago, water chestnut flour, buckwheat flour, milk, curd, paneer, and milk products. Rock salt replaces regular salt in these dishes.
Despite the limited ingredients, traditional Indian recipes can be prepared to ensure that fasting doesn't leave you hungry. Also Read : Make Palak Toovar Dal, But Dhaba-Style! Check How Let's explore a Navratri special thali that offers a delectable array of Vrat foods, reminiscent of everyday Indian dishes but with a satvik twist, free from grains and pulses. Navratri Thali - 7 Traditional Indian Recipes That You Must Try 1.
Kuttu Puri: Kuttu Puri, a crispy delight, is made from buckwheat flour, mashed boiled potatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. It pairs wonderfully with potato curry or can be made with Rajgira (water chestnut flour) for variation. Click here for the recipe 2.
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