The month of Saawan (or Shrawan) begins on July 14, 2022, and Indians mark this auspicious month by worshiping Lord Shiva seeking his blessings. Devoted devotees give up non-vegetarian food for an entire month and fast-watch all 16 Mondays, starting with the first Monday that falls on July 18. We’ve come to know many recipes that are eco-friendly. vrat can be consumed for Solah Somwar vrat, but if you are looking for something unique to surprise your taste, we have the recipe just for you. Sabudana khichdi has long appeared as a favorite vegetarian meal; let’s try something different this time with makhana khichdi.
Saawan 2022 Somwar Vrat – Makhana Khichdi Recipe:
Makhana is often served as a snack or a sweet dessert during religious festivals. We’ve given it a savory twist to create healthy khichdi that’s both delicious and healthy. Since makhanas take almost no time to cook, this is the perfect recipe to make quickly after evening prayers when hunger is at its peak.
(Read more: 5 ways to make healthy Makhanas an integral part of your diet)
Makhana is usually consumed during fasting days.
How to make Makhana Khichdi friendly with Vrat:
To prepare in advance, soak the makhanas in water for about 10-15 minutes, until they soften. Potatoes can also be boiled. If desired, you can use raw potatoes instead and cook them according to the recipe. Start with roasting cumin seeds, green peppers and peanuts in buffalo milk butter. Add potatoes and makhanas. Season with salt and chili powder to taste. Add some mango paste, cook everything together for about five minutes, and you’re done.
In just 15 minutes you can have a particularly delicious meal made with makhanas. Click here for the step-by-step recipe and ingredient list.
(Also Read: Saawan 2022: Dates, History, Importance, and Fasting Rituals of the Auspicious Month)
Make a new and exciting meal for every Saawan Somwar fast and this makhana khichdi should definitely be on your menu. Try this quick and easy khichdi recipe and let us know how you like it.
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