Navratri 2024: Must-Try Traditional Dishes From India

Sabudana KhichdiSabudana (sago) is full of starch or carbohydrates, which gives fasting humans a much needed energy boost. The sabudana khichdi is a light dish made with sabudana, peanuts and potatoes.Kuttu Ka CheelaThis is an easy-to-make, healthy and fast-friendly cheela recipe. It is made with kuttu ka atta (buckwheat flour), ginger paste, potatoes and sendha namak (rock salt).Singhare Ke PakodeMade with water chestnut flour and boiled potatoes that are deep-fried in ghee, singhare ke pakode is a crunchy treat and a popular fasting dish during Navratri.Makhana KheerMakhana kheer is a sweet dessert pudding made with makhana (fox nuts), milk, ghee, sugar, and nuts like almonds and pistachios. It is a delicious dish that will leave you licking your lips.Arbi Kofta With Mint-Yoghurt DipArbi Kofta is a perfect tea-time snack for fasting individuals. Made with kuttu ka atta and accompanied by a mint-yoghurt dip, these crispy bites are best enjoyed when shared.Kuttu Ki PooriCrispy, hot and as good as regular pooris, this recipe is easy to make and takes about 15-20 minutes to cook. Pair it with any fast-friendly aloo ki sabzi.Shakarkandi ChaatThe shakarkandi chaat needs just five ingredients: sweet potatoes, rock salt, lemon juice, dried mango powder and black pepper powder.Vratwale Aloo RasedaarThis Maharashtrian dish requires potatoes, yoghurt, ginger, peanuts, water chestnut flour, ghee, rock salt, milk and cumin seeds. The resulting gravy dish is a popular choice with fasting individuals during Navratri.Vratwale Farali Aloo Ki TikkiThis crispy tikki is spiced with green chillies, ginger and cumin. It is shallow-fried to golden perfection in ghee and served with yoghurt or mint chutney.Aloo Ki KadhiThis kadhi variant uses boiled potatoes instead of the traditional pakoras, making it lighter and more suitable for fasting individuals. It is primarily eaten in Rajasthan and Gujarat.Navratri 2024: Top 10 Devi Temples To Visit During The Festive SeasonRead more