Delicious Sabudana Recipes for Shardiya Navratri Fasting

Navratri & Sabudana Recipe

Shardiya Navratri, a sacred Hindu festival, is here, ushering in a time of fasting, prayer, and devotion to honor Maa Durga. From October 15 to October 24, Navratri will be celebrated in various ways across the country.

Whether it’s the vibrant Garba and Dandiya festivities in Gujarat, the grand Maa Durga pandals in West Bengal, or the joyful display of puppets and figurines in South India’s Golu, Navratri holds immense cultural significance. Central to this nine-day celebration is the worship of Maa Durga and her nine divine forms, collectively known as Navdurga.

Fasting as a Spiritual Practice

Fasting is an integral part of the Navratri festival and is considered spiritually auspicious. While abstaining from regular meals, it’s essential to nourish the body with wholesome and nutritious foods that provide energy and sustenance throughout the day. Sabudana, also known as tapioca pearls, is a popular choice for fasting due to its quick energy release, easy digestibility, gluten-free nature, and versatility in creating a variety of delectable dishes.

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Here are six delicious Sabudana recipes that offer a scrumptious way to stay nourished during Shardiya Navratri:

Sabudana Thalipeeth

Method:

• Soak the sabudana in enough water in a deep bowl overnight and drain well.
• Transfer the soaked sabudana and all the ingredients in a deep bowl and mix very well.
• Divide the mixture into 10 equal portions.
• Grease a plastic sheet with ¼ tsp of oil, place it on a clean, dry surface, put a portion of the dough on it and flatten it. Pat it with your fingers to form a 125 mm. (5”) diameter circle.
• Make a hole in the center using your index finger.
• Remove the plastic sheet and place the circle on a hot greased non-stick tava (griddle) and cook using ½ tsp of oil till it turns golden brown in color from both sides.
• Repeat steps 4 to 6 to make 9 more thalipeeths. Serve immediately with sweet curds.

Sabudana Khichdi

Method:

• In a kadai heat ghee and add cumin seeds, let them crackle then add the ginger, green chili, curry leaves and potatoes saute it for 2 minutes.
• Now add the peanut and saute for a minute and then add the soaked sago some sugar and cover and cook for 3-4 minutes.
• Remove the lid and sprinkle some water and again cover and cook for 2 minutes.
• Remove the lid and add coriander leaves and mix everything properly.
• Switch off the flames and garnish it with fresh coriander leaves and lemon wedges.

Sabudana Kheer

Method:

• Wash the sabudana thoroughly ensuring with minimum starch.
• Soak the sabudana in milk for a minimum of an hour.
• Heat a saucepan or a kadhai, add water and milk, bring to a boil while stirring.
• Add the soaked sabudana and cook on low flame while stirring in intervals until the milk is reduced to 3/4th.
• Add the saffron, almond, pistachio, cashew nut and cardamom powder, mix

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Sabudana Laddoo

Ingredients:

Conclusion

During Shardiya Navratri, these delicious Sabudana recipes provide a delectable way to maintain your energy levels while embracing the spiritual significance of the festival. Whether you’re seeking a savory treat or a sweet indulgence, these recipes have you covered for a fulfilling fasting experience.