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Recipes made with singhara atta help devotees observe fasting during Navratri in a healthy and satisfying way. Some popular dishes made with singhare ka atta during Navratri include dosa, puri, pakora, and kadhi. It can also be used to make porridges, pancakes, upma, and halwa. Any of these dishes can be enjoyed with lassi, chaas, chutney or vrat potato curry for a full meal on the day of fasting.
Singhare Ki Barfi
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To make this delicious vrat dish, heat up some ghee, add in the singhare ka atta and sauté until it turns light brown. Then, in a separate bowl, dissolve some jaggery in warm water to make a sweet syrup. Pour this jaggery syrup into the pan with the flour and stir constantly.
Let it cook for a few minutes, then mix in cardamom powder, raisins, almonds, and pistachios. Cook for another minute or two. Transfer to a plate, let cool and cut into squares or diamonds. Garnish with pistachio slivers and enjoy during the Navratri fast!
Singhare Ki Kadhi (Vrat Ki Kadhi)
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Vrat ki kadhi uses singhare ka atta, or water chestnut flour, to thicken it since that ingredient is permitted during fasts. The gravy is light and creamy from the yoghurt and singhare ka atta, with spices like cumin, coriander, and often curry leaves infused into it. It is often served with sabudana or boondi mixed in it and vrat ki puris.
Singhara Paratha
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Singhara paratha is made from singhara atta, which is nutritious and high in fibre and protein. Simply roll out the dough and cook on a hot griddle. Top with yoghurt or chutney for added flavour.
Singhara Puri
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Singhare ki puri is a tasty dish enjoyed during Navratri fasting days. Made from water chestnut flour and boiled mashed potatoes, this dish provides satisfying fasting-friendly food. This can be served with curd or fasting potato curry.
Singhara Halwa
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To make a simple fasting dish, first melt ghee in a pan, then add water, chestnut flour and sauté briefly. Next, stir in the almond powder and cook for 2 more minutes, adding more ghee if the mixture seems dry. Gradually pour in hot water while stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Once the water is fully incorporated, mix in the sugar and cook until dissolved. Finally, add dried fruits and cardamom powder. Cook for one more minute, then remove from heat.
Singhara Cheela
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Singhara atta cheela is a quick and easy fasting recipe made with water and chestnut flour that is ideal for vrat (fasts) during Navratri. It's quite filling and healthier than typical cheelas. It can be enjoyed with green chutney or curd raita.
