Top 9 Navratri Fusion Vrat Food Recipes

Navratri, the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is a time for fasting, prayers, and celebration. During these auspicious days, devotees observe strict fasting rules, abstaining from grains, non-vegetarian food, and certain vegetables. However, fasting doesn't mean compromising on taste and innovation.

 

In this blog, we'll introduce you to the top 9 Navratri fusion vrat food recipes that will not only satiate your hunger but also tickle your taste buds.

 

1. Sabudana Khichdi with a Twist:

 

A classic Navratri fasting dish, Sabudana Khichdi, gets a delightful twist with the addition of roasted peanuts, fresh coconut, and a dash of lemon.

 

 

 

Recipe: Soak sabudana, roast peanuts, and toss them together with grated coconut. Finish with a squeeze of lemon for that zesty kick.

 

2. Singhara Atta Ki Roti:

 

Replace regular wheat flour with Singhara (Water Chestnut) flour to make soft and gluten-free rotis. These go perfectly with vrat-friendly curries.

 

 

Recipe: Mix Singhara atta with boiled mashed potatoes and knead into a dough. Roll out rotis and cook on a griddle.

 

3. Kuttu Paneer Pakoras:

 

Craving crispy snacks during Navratri? Try Kuttu (Buckwheat) Paneer Pakoras for a crunchy, protein-packed treat.

 

 

Recipe: Dip paneer cubes in a batter made from Kuttu flour, sendha namak (rock salt), and spices. Fry until golden brown.

 

4. Sweet Potato Chaat:

 

Enjoy the goodness of sweet potatoes with a tangy twist. This chaat is a crowd-pleaser and a great source of energy during fasting.

 

 

Recipe: Boil sweet potatoes, dice them, and toss with spices, chutneys, and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds.

 

5. Coconut Almond Ladoo:

 

A guilt-free dessert that combines the richness of coconut and almonds. These ladoos make for a perfect conclusion to your vrat meal.

 

 

Recipe: Grind coconut and almonds, mix with condensed milk, and shape into ladoos. Garnish with slivered almonds.

6. Creamy Vegan Alfredo with Singhara Pasta:

This creamy sauce is made with a combination of cashews, coconut milk, and spices, tossed with singhara (water chestnut flour) pasta for a comforting and flavorful dish.

Recipe: make singhara pasta from scratch then cook it in creamy sauce prepared with coconut milk and enjoy!

7. Fusion Vrat Dosa with Makhana and Herbs:

Skip the traditional potato filling and try this innovative dosa recipe. It features a crispy makahana and herb filling, enveloped in a thin and flavorful kuttu dosa batter.

Recipe: make dosa from rava, kuttu, or suji and serve it with mint chutney.

8. Spicy Thai Curry with Makhana and Vegetables:

This recipe uses a flavorful coconut milk base infused with curry paste, vegetables like broccoli and carrots, and crunchy makhana (fox nuts) for a satisfying and protein-rich meal.

Recipe: use coconut milk to make the curry base and add makhanas and other vegetables.

9. Spiced Coconut Lentil Soup with Rajgira Roti:

This hearty soup is made with lentils, vegetables, and a fragrant coconut milk base. Pair it with soft and fluffy rajgira (amaranth flour) rotis for a complete and comforting meal.

Recipe: make the soup with lentils you like with coconut milk and make rajgira roti to have along with the soup.

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Try them out, and make your Navratri celebrations extra special with these delectable fusion vrat recipes.

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