Navratri Recipes for 9 Days: A Complete Meal Plan to Keep You Energised

Navratri is more than just a festival of vibrant traditions, devotion, and dancing to the beats of dandiya; it is also a time for fasting, detoxifying, and fuelling our bodies with the right food.

Whether you are observing the festivals for spiritual purposes or simply looking to enjoy the benefits of eating good food, these 9-day healthy Navratri recipes are your go-to guide for healthy, tasty, and energy-boosting recipes.

With the spotlight on nine healthy Navratri recipes, let’s explore how you can navigate these nine days with a symphony of flavourful food that will make your Navaratri a special and lively one.

The Importance of Navratri

Besides the vibrant pandals, exquisite murtis, and energetic Garba and Dandiya celebrations, at the core of Navratri, it is a time to honour Devi Durga, the fierce embodiment of Goddess Shakti. Many devotees choose to fast as a sign of their deep reverence while seeking to cleanse their body and spirit.

During this period, dietary changes are expected. Some opt for a Sattvic or vegan diet while completely avoiding non-vegetarian food, as well as ingredients like onions and garlic. Others fast daily for nine days, breaking it only after offering prayers to the Goddess.

Why Navratri Fasting is More Than Just Abstinence

Fasting during Navratri is a purposeful detox to rejuvenate your body and soul. The fast eliminates grains, processed food, and certain spices, allowing your system to reset.

While some may dread these restrictions, the truth is that Navratri offers a golden opportunity to experiment with nutrient-rich, light, and wholesome, healthy Navratri recipes. Plus, it is also a time to flaunt your creative culinary and kitchen skills.

Menu for the 9 days of Navratri

Here are some delicious recipes for each day of Navratri, designed to keep you energised and satisfied while you observe the fasting period. Each recipe uses ingredients that are commonly consumed during this festival.

Day 1: Sabudana Khichdi

Sabudana Khichdi is a classic Navratri breakfast made with soaked tapioca pearls, peanuts, and potatoes. It is light, crunchy, and perfect to kickstart your day.

Recipe for making Sabudana Khichdi

1. Rinse the Sabudana in water and soak it for about 4-5 hours.
2. In a pan, heat ghee and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add diced potatoes and sauté until soft.
3. Add green chili and soaked Sabudana. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes on low heat.
4. Season with salt, garnish with coriander and serve.

Day 2: Kuttu Ki Roti (Buckwheat Flour Flatbread) & Aloo Tamatar Sabzi

Kuttu ki Roti is paired with a tangy Aloo Tamatar Sabzi and can be a healthy dinner item during the Navratri days as they are rich in fibre.

Recipe for making Kuttu Ki Roti

1. Mix Kuttu flour and mashed potato in a bowl. Add water gradually to form a dough.
2. Divide the dough into balls. Roll each ball into a flat circle using ghee.
3. Cook on a hot tawa until golden brown on both sides.

Recipe for making Aloo Tamatar ki Sabzi

1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. When they splutter, add green chili and tomatoes.
2. Sauté until tomatoes soften. Add potatoes and salt, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender.
3. Garnish with coriander before serving.

Day 3: Singhare ke Atte ka Halwa (Water Chestnut Flour Halwa)

Singhare ka Halwa is a rich, sweet dish which is perfect as a healthy Navratri recipe during the nine days of fasting.

Recipe to make Singhare ke Atte ka Halwa

1. In a pan, heat ghee and add Singhare ka atta. Roast until golden brown.
2. Add water gradually, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until it thickens.
3. Stir in sugar and cardamom powder. Garnish with nuts.

Day 4: Samak Rice Pulao (Barnyard Millet Pulao)

Samak Rice Pulao is cooked with cumin seeds and mild spices. It is hearty and easy to digest which makes it perfect as a dinner dish.

Recipe to make Samak Rice Pulao

1. Rinse Samak rice and soak it for 30 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a pan; add cumin seeds and chili. Sauté mixed vegetables until soft.
3. Add soaked Samak rice and salt. Add water (2 cups) and cook until rice is done.

Day 5: Sabudana Waffles

Why not experiment a little? Sabudana Waffles are innovative, crispy, and incredibly fun. Serve them with a dollop of yogurt for extra zing.

Recipe to make Sabudana Waffles

1. Soak the Sabudana in water for 4-5 hours. Drain excess water.
2. In a bowl, mix the soaked Sabudana, mashed potato, green chilies, cumin seeds, salt, and coriander.
3. Preheat the waffle maker and grease it with oil or ghee.
4. Pour the mixture into the waffle maker and cook until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Serve hot with green chutney or yogurt.

Day 6: Kuttu Pancakes with Honey

Begin day six on a sweet note with Kuttu Pancakes, drizzled with honey for a natural sweetness. These pancakes are gluten-free and power-packed with nutrients.

Recipe to make Kuttu Pancakes with Honey

1. In a large bowl, mix kuttu flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
2. Gradually add milk (or water) and whisk until you get a smooth, lump-free batter.
3. Heat a pan and lightly grease it with ghee or oil. Pour a ladle of the batter onto the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat.
4. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.

Day 7: Samak Rice Idli with Coconut Chutney

Ditch the regular Idlis and go for Samak Rice Idlis, a steamed delight that is soft, light, and perfect when served with coconut chutney.

Recipe to make Samak Rice Idli with Coconut Chutney

1. Soak Samak rice in water for 4-5 hours, then grind it into a smooth batter with yogurt, ginger paste, and salt.
2. Add the fruit salt and mix gently.
3. Pour the batter into Idli moulds and steam for 15-20 minutes.
4. For chutney, blend grated coconut, green chilies, ginger, and salt with water until smooth.
5. Serve idlis hot with coconut chutney.

Day 8: Lauki (Bottle Gourd) Curry

Bottle gourd is often underrated, but this Lauki Curry will change that perception. Cooked with simple spices, it is a delicious midday meal.

Recipe to make Lauki (Bottle Gourd) Curry

1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. When they splutter, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
2. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
3. Add tomato puree and cook until oil separates.
4. Add Lauki, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cover, cooking until the Lauki is tender.
5. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with roti or rice.

Day 9: Fruit Salad

Brighten your meal with a colourful fruit salad, an explosion of seasonal fruits tossed together for a refreshing treat. Drizzled with honey and a splash of lemon, this salad is not just a feast for the eyes but also for nutrition.

Recipe to make Fruit Salad

1. Wash the fruits
2. Cut and Combine all the fruits in a bowl.
3. Drizzle with honey or sprinkle chaat masala for flavour.

Why Varmora Kitchenware is Your Perfect Navratri Companion 

While you are busy whipping up these tasty treats, let’s not forget the real hero of the kitchen: your kitchenware. Varmora’s range of high-quality kitchen containers, bowls, and serving utensils will keep your Navratri ingredients fresh, and your meals elegantly served.

The sturdy, BPA-Free containers ensure that your fasting-friendly flours, like buckwheat and water chestnut, stay fresh and ready to use.

And in case you have a few leftovers which you might want to enjoy the next day or whenever you can easily store them in our airtight containers and heat them up in our microwave-safe containers to enjoy your food without any unhygienic hindrances.

Conclusion

Celebrating Navratri with these thoughtfully crafted healthy Navratri recipes not only aligns with traditional fasting practices but also promotes a sense of wellness and vitality. By incorporating a variety of wholesome, energy-boosting dishes like Sabudana Khichdi, Singhare ka Halwa, and refreshing fruit salads, you can stay energised throughout the nine days while still honouring the spirit of the festival.

And for your kitchenware, we at Varmora are right here for you. Go through the products on our website and opt for one that is the best for you.

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