Navratri is a time for abstinence and detoxification, and fasting for 9 days is supposed to be therapeutic. During Navratri, people follow their own set of rules and beliefs, and there is no approved or written norm on what all to eat and what to avoid. However, there are some general guidelines that people follow. Here are some foods that are typically allowed during Navratri fasts:
- Flour: Kuttu Atta, Singhare Ka Atta, Sama Chawal, Sago (Sabudana), Amaranth (Rajgira), Fox Nut Flour.
- Vegetables: Potatoes, Arbi, Sweet Potato, Raw Banana, Pumpkin, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Tomato, Capsicum, Carrot, Beetroot, Colocasia, etc. .
- Fruits: Apples, Bananas, Pomegranate, Papaya, Watermelon, Grapes, Pineapple, Mango, etc. .
- Dairy: Milk, Yogurt, Paneer, Ghee, etc. .
- Nuts and Dry Fruits: Almonds, Cashews, Raisins, Walnuts, Pistachios, etc. .
Here are some popular Navratri fast recipes that people can try:
- Sabudana Khichdi
- Kuttu Ka Dosa
- Singhare ke Atte ka Samosa
- Aloo ki Tikki
- Sabudana Vada
- Sabudana Kheer
- Fruit Chaat
- Kheer
- Coconut Ladoo
During Navratri, people avoid certain foods, including:
- Grains: Wheat, Rice, Semolina, Maida, Corn Flour, etc. .
- Legumes / Pulses: Lentils, Chickpeas, Kidney Beans, etc. .
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