In Maharashtra at home at the time of festivity if there is fasting then they clean puja Ghar, give bath to idol with tuna, offer fresh flowers, etc. It is a tradition of eating only satvik food during fasting. There are many rules also like avoiding salt, sour food, coriander, mint, etc. Fasting intends to control the things which you prefer most and giving God some attention. Fasting also will give you self-control. There are many recipes available for fasting. Here we look at new Maharashtrian fasting recipes.
Sabudana KHEER.
Sabudana dishes are most preferred during fasting. Sabudana kheer is a sweet dish ideal for fasting on cold winter days. It is prepared in sweet milk along with tapioca or sabudana and served hot. Best preferred by people who like sweet dishes.
SWEET POTATO IN JAGGERY.
This is the best dessert of sweet potatoes for fasting days. First, boil sweet potatoes and keep them aside and remove skin and smash it. Cook smashed sweet potatoes in jaggery gives you the best dessert taste. A cold night must have this dish surely give you pleasure.
FRENCH FRIES.
A dish without an age boundary! French fries are liked by everyone, from kids to old ones. A good dish for fasting. Just cut potatoes into strips and shallow fry. Serve hot with sprinkled salt and pepper with tomato ketchup.
BHAGAT WITH DAL.
Bhagat is a type of rice variant. It is a famous ingredient to make a lot of dishes during fasts. Roast some bhagat and cook it in spices of your choice. Eat this along with spicy or sweet ampty (a dal preparation). It’s a delicious dish for your fasting.
RAJGIRA LADOO.
Rajgira is a grain called immortal in English. It is a very healthy and nutritious dessert option on your fasting days. Rajgira is mixed with jaggery and cooked till a smooth mixture is formed. Give the shape of balls and dry. They can be eaten anytime.
SINGHARA SEV.
Singhara is a root vegetable. Singhara is very healthy and most preferred by Maharashtrians for fasting. Take singhara flour and mix it with boiled mashed potatoes as well as little water to make dough. Form stick-like structures and deep fry. Add shev and your singhara and the dish is ready for fast snacks.
