From Kachori To Modak, 5 Delicacies To Savour On Ganesh Chaturthi
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From Kachori To Modak, 5 Delicacies To Savour On Ganesh Chaturthi
India is all set to celebrate the Ganesh Chaturthi. Also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Ganeshotsav, this festival is all about paying homage to Lord Ganesha, the Hindu deity of prosperity, fortune, and wisdom. However, like all festivals, the Ganesh Chaturthi is not complete without a serving of delicious food! From the delicate and sweet modaks (said to be Lord Ganesha's favourite) to the savoury Katachi Amti, here are some of the must-have snacks served at Ganesh Chaturthi...
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Chakli
These snacks have a passing resemblance to jalebi, a popular South Asian sweet. However, they are savoury, not sweet! Made from a batter of rice and gram flour, these snacks are then seasoned with cumin and asafoetida (hing) and then deep fried.
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Kachori
Also known as kachuri in West Bengal, these yummy snacks are made from an eclectic mix of wheat/ragi, urad dal, spices, and even potatoes!
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Panchamrit
In Sanskrit, this denotes a divine combination of five sacred elements. This dish is a mix of five ingredients - milk, yogurt, honey, tulsi and ghee! The dish is served as an offering to Lord Ganesha.
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Ukadiche Modak
No festival in India is complete without indulging the sweet tooth! This Maharashtrian sweet dish is a delectable combination of coconut and jaggery.
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Katachi Amti
Who says lentil dishes need to be bland? This dish, made with chana daal, tamarind, coconut milk, and jaggery will not fail to wow you with its delicate, tangy flavour!
