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Pitra Paksha is about to end which means, one of the most awaited Indian festivals is here- Navratri. This nine-day festival is dedicated to the nine avatars of Goddess Durga and marks the victory of good over evil. Indian cities are decorated and grand pandals are set up to worship the Goddess. People eagerly wait for this festival as it brings nine days of fun, celebration, and togetherness for them. Fasting is an essential part of Navratri and those who observe fast, follow a satvik diet.
In general, also, many people refrain from eating non-veg, onion, garlic, table salt, etc. during these nine days. But there is a common misconception among people that who fast can’t eat tasty food. Let's bust this myth by taking you through some amazing chaat recipes that you can have for fasts. These recipes are made up of vrat-friendly ingredients and spices but don’t worry as they have their taste intact. Wanna know what these recipes are? Have a look!
Fruit Chaat
Fruits are considered an ideal snacking option for Navratri. This fruit chaat is made with a mix of diced fruits like apples, bananas, and pomegranate seeds. All you need to do is sprinkle sendha namak, chaat masala, or black pepper for extra flavor. A drizzle of lemon juice can also enhance the taste. Believe me, this chaat is delicious and refreshing.
Sama Rice Chaat
Sama or samak rice i.e., barnyard millet is consumed during Navratri fasts. Did you know that you can transform it into chaat also? To make a tasty chaat, cook the sama rice and let it cool. Mix it with diced potatoes, boiled and chopped sweet potatoes, and chopped fresh coriander leaves. Season with rock salt, cumin powder, black pepper, a dash of lemon juice, and chopped green chilies.
Kuttu Ki Tikki Chaat
Kuttu is yet another popular ingredient during Navratri times. Kuttu or buckwheat is a common fasting ingredient during Navratri. For this chaat, make tikkis from kuttu flour, boiled and mashed potatoes, and spices. Shallow fry them until crispy and arrange the tikkis on a plate. Then, top them with whisked yogurt, green chutney, tamarind chutney, and chopped fresh coriander leaves.
Shakarkandi Chaat
Shakarkandi or sweet potatoes are a popular fasting ingredient, and they can be transformed into many dishes. This time, make a Shakarkandi chaat. Boil Shakarkandi and dice it. Then, mix it with green chutney, tamarind chutney, curd, chaat masala, rock salt, black pepper, lemon and coriander leaves. Top it with lemon juice and enjoy.
Arbi Chaat
This chaat is something that you should try at least once. To make this chaat at home, boil and dice arbi, then shallow fry until crispy. Arrange the arbi pieces on a plate and season with rock salt, black pepper, and chaat masala. Top with whisked yogurt, green chutney, and tamarind chutney. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and pomegranate seeds for a burst of flavor.
