Ganesh Chaturthi is one of those festivals celebrated in the country of India which helps bring people together – be it with its joy and pomp or even because of the food and prasad that everyone eats during those 11 days of the year.
It is that festival that in which the devotees like to take their own time to actually make prasad's and blog and offer the same to the God of wisdom and success, which is Lord Ganesha. In this article, we are going to discuss those unique delicacies that you simply can’t miss out on this Ganesh Chaturthi.
- Ukadi Che Modak
Made from the rice flour dough, and hence the name, the Ukadi Che Modak is one of the staples and must have dishes of Ganesh Chaturthi. It is filled with nuts and a rich filling and is shaped like a modak and then steamed in a steamer until its cooked. If you are a fan of dumplings, you sure will love this one.
- Shrikhand
Now, this dessert is a must-have. Made with hung yogurt and additional toppings and even fresh fruits sometimes, this creamy and delectable treat can definitely help end your perfect meal. Relish the rich taste and you can even have some cheat days with this because it is not that unhealthy for a dessert.
- Thalipeeth
All of us love pancakes, don’t we? Well, Thalipeeth is the savory rendition of the traditional pancake that you might have for breakfast. Made with multigrain flour, seasonings, vegetables,and even some fresh herbs, this is not just filling but very delectable as well.
- Puran Poli
This is one of the most traditional Maharashtrian dishes that is widely eaten all throughout the year, especially during the days of Ganesh Chaturthi. Puran Poli is much like a stuffed paratha with blended chana dal cooked in jaggery. This is one of those comfort foods that you definitely can’t miss out on.
Ganesh Chaturthi brings in happiness, peace,and prosperity to one’s home. With the wide array of amazing dishes that people gorge on during these days, it is not hard to say that people like to keep their God satisfied with ample amount of food without lacking in any. Try one or all of these above mentioned dishes and we can promise that you will want to have a bite of them the entire year around.