The month of Sawan (or Shravan) began on July 14, 2022, and Indians mark this auspicious month by worshiping Lord Shiva to seek his blessings. Devotees give up non-vegetarian food throughout the month and observe fast on all 16 Mondays starting from the first Monday falling on 18th July. We are already aware of various fasting-friendly recipes that can be consumed for Solah Somwar Vrat, but if you are looking for something unique to surprise your palate, we have just the recipe for you. Sago Khichdi has long been a favorite fasting food; Let us try something different this time with Makhana Khichdi.
Sawan 2022 Monday Vrat – Makhana Khichdi Recipe:
Makhana is usually taken as breakfast or as sweet dessert during religious festivals. We gave it a savory twist to make it a nutritious khichdi that is satiating, healthy and delicious too. Since Makhana hardly takes time to cook, this is the perfect recipe to make Makhana immediately after evening prayer when hunger is at its peak.
(Also read: 5 ways to make healthy makhanas an integral part of your diet,
Makhane is usually consumed during fasting days.
How to make Vrat Friendly Makhana Khichdi:
For further preparation, soak the makhanas in water for 10-15 minutes till they become soft. Boil the potatoes too. If you want, you can use raw potatoes instead and cook them with the recipe. First, fry cumin seeds, green chilies and peanuts in ghee. Add potatoes and makhana. Season with salt and red chili powder. Add a little amchur powder, cook everything together for about five minutes, and you’re done.
In just 15 minutes you can have a delicious fasting-special meal made from Makhanas. Click here for a step-by-step recipe and ingredients list.
(Also read: Sawan 2022: Date, History, Significance and Fasting Rituals of Auspicious Month,
Make a new and exciting meal for every Sawan Somwar fast and this Makhana Khichdi is a must have on your menu. Try this quick and easy khichdi recipe and let us know how you liked it.
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