4 Navaratri Special: Light Namkeens To Enjoy During Fasting

By Tarishi Shrivastava

September 25, 2024

During Navaratri, many of us fast and light, savoury snacks (namkeen) made from vrat-friendly ingredients are a must. These snacks are easy to make and flavourful and keep you energised throughout the day without breaking the fast.

Makhana Namkeen

Fox nuts (makhana) roasted with rock salt, pepper and ghee is a crunchy and healthy snack low in calories and perfect for fasting.

Singhara Atta Mathri

Crunchy mathris made from water chestnut (singhara) flour and lightly spiced with cumin and rock salt is a great snack for fasting days.

Rajgira Chivda

Rajgira (amaranth) flakes roasted with peanuts, coconut slices and mild spices are a light and crispy snack easy to digest.

Kuttu Ke Pakore

Buckwheat flour (kuttu) fritters made with boiled potatoes and green chillies are a delicious deep-fried snack for evening cravings during fasting.

Aloo Chips

Crispy homemade potato chips fried in ghee and sprinkled with rock salt are a fasting-friendly alternative to store-bought ones.

Farali Chivda

This light mixture of puffed rice, peanuts and roasted coconut slices seasoned with rock salt is a crunchy snack you can have any time during fasting.