What can we eat in 9 days of Navratri fast?

Sabudana (sago or tapioca pearls) – sabudana is favorite during fasting. You can make Sabudana khichdi, Sabudana vada, Thalipeeth, Pakora, Ladoo, Tikki, Bhel and Kheer. Makhana or phool makhana – You can make Makhana kheer, Roasted makhana, Aloo makhana, rotis or a simple makhana sabzi.

How many days should we fast in Navratri?

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Navratri is the festival where nine days of fasting can be observed by a devotee.

Can we sleep on bed during Navratri fast?

As per Vishnu Puran, a sacred Hindu book, one should avoid sleeping in the afternoon when observing Navratri fast. It is a common belief that all the good karma attained from fasting goes null and void by sleeping in the afternoon.

Can we eat tomato in fast?

Tomatoes: Since technically tomatoes are considered fruits, they can be consumed during Navratri fasting. You can consume their juice or add them whole in your vegetables. Tomato salad is also an option you can consider for snacks or with your meals.

Can we eat Kasuri Methi in fast?

I don’t use white salt in food during some specific days of fasting. Sendha namak/pink salt/ rock salt is used to prepare savoury items. So, for this sabzi also I used sendha namak along with Homemade Kasuri Methi(dry fenugreek leaves) which gave such nice flavour to this that I didn’t miss hot spices.

Why is Navratri celebrated for 9 days?

The festival is associated to the prominent battle that took place between Durga and the demon Mahishasura to celebrate the victory of good over evil. These nine days are solely dedicated to Durga and her nine avatars – the Navadurga. Each day is associated to an incarnation of the goddess: Day 1 – Shailaputri.

Can we do Navratri fast in periods?

It is said that women can keep fast during menstruation, but in the meantime do not touch the physical idola of Gods and Goddesses.

Can we eat coconut in Navratri fast?

Aloo (Potato), Arbi (colacasia), Yam (Jimikand), Kacha Kela (Raw Banana), Kacha Papeeta (Raw Papaya), Lauki (Bottle Gourd), Kaddu/Kashifal (Pumpkin) are most commonly consumed vegetables. Miscellaneous – Coconut powder or grated coconut and coconut milk.

Can we do Navratri puja during periods?

So traditions and rituals do not recommend in menstruation i.e., a touch of god idol, burnt worship and going to temple or attending religious events but we do work, anger, greed, fascination, hatred, malice etc.

Can we use Eno in Navratri?

Method: In a large mixing bowl, combine kuttu ka atta, sama flour, plain curd, pepper, red chilli powder and salt as needed. Let it sit for 10 minutes. Now add cooking oil and Eno fruit salt and stir the mixture.