7 Dishes That Can Be Eaten Even During A Fast

By Suprita Mitter

June 18, 2024

During fasting periods, the limited food one eats needs to be nutritious and filling. While each fasting ritual is different, some dishes are commonly permissib

Sabudana Khichdi

This dish is made with sabudana (tapioca pearls). It is typically seasoned with mild spices.

Rajgira Paratha

These parathas are particularly popular during fasting periods like Navratri, where certain grains are avoided and ingredients such as rajgira are preferred for their energy-boosting properties.

Vrat Ke Chawal

Also known as sama ke chawal, this is made with Barnyard millet, which is considered a seed rather than a grain, allowing it to be eaten during fasts.

Fruit Chaat

This is a refreshing dish made with a mix of fresh fruits and a blend of spices, along with rock salt.

Kuttu Ka Cheela

These buckwheat pancakes are made using buckwheat flour, which is a nutritious, gluten-free flour.

Lauki Ka Halwa

Bottle gourd is light, nutritious, and easily digestible.

Singhare Ka Halwa

Bottle gourd is light, nutritious, and easily digestible.