Navratri is around the corner, and for many in the Hindu community, it holds deep spiritual significance. This festival is observed four times a year, but Chaitra Navratri (March-April) and Sharad Navratri (September-October) are the most popular. These nine days are dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga, and devotees observe a satvik fast while offering prayers for blessings and prosperity.
Navratri fasting follows a diet that includes buckwheat, samak rice, sago, potatoes, and rock salt. Even with limited ingredients, there are plenty of delicious dishes to enjoy. If you are fasting for the first time, here are some easy recipes that will keep you energised and satisfied.
Also Read : 17 Best Navratri Vrat Recipes | Popular Fast Recipes | Easy Vrat Recipes What Can You Eat During Navratri Fasting? During Navratri, only specific ingredients are allowed to maintain the purity of the fast. Here are some common fasting foods: Flours : Buckwheat (kuttu), water chestnut (singhara), and amaranth (rajgira) flour. Grains : Samak rice (barnyard millet) and sago (sabudana).
Vegetables : Potatoes, sweet potatoes, bottle gourd, and pumpkin. Spices : Sendha namak (rock salt), cumin, black pepper, and green chillies. Dairy : Milk, yoghurt, paneer, and ghee.
Fruits & Nuts : Bananas, apples, makhana (fox nuts), and almonds. With these ingredients, you can create a variety of flavourful dishes. Here Are 6 Easy Navratri Recipes For First Time Fasters: 1.
Sabudana Khichdi - Light And Sat.