Navratri is a time for spiritual renewal and physical cleansing. Fasting during this auspicious period can rejuvenate your body and mind, and incorporating delicious detox recipes can make the experience even more rewarding.
So, let’s cut to the chase! Here are some easy-to-make, flavorful recipes that include the natural sweetness of honey while keeping your meals nutritious.
Recipe 1: Honey and Lemon Detox Drink
Start your day with this refreshing drink that will help cleanse your system.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup warm water
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 tablespoon honey
- A pinch of Rock salt (optional)
Instructions:
1. Mix the lemon juice and honey in warm water.
2. Add a pinch of rock salt(Sendha Namak) if desired.
3. Stir well and enjoy this detox drink every morning during Navratri.
Recipe 2: Sabudana Khichdi
A delicious twist on a classic fasting dish. You can make this recipe as your midday meal during Navratri fasting.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sabudana (tapioca pearls)
- 1 medium potato, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- Rock Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions:
1. Soak sabudana in water for 4 hours, then drain.
2. In a pan, heat ghee and add cumin seeds.
3. Add diced potatoes and sauté until golden.
4. Add soaked sabudana and rock salt(Sendha Namak). Cook until translucent, stirring occasionally.
5. Garnish with coriander & Feast
Recipe 3: Honey-Infused Fruit Salad
This colorful salad is a great way to get your vitamins while fasting.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1 cup diced papaya
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Juice of 1 lime
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, combine the diced fruits.
2. Drizzle honey and lime juice over the fruits.
3. Toss gently and garnish with mint leaves.
Recipe 4: Kuttu (Buckwheat) Pancakes with Honey
A nutritious and filling breakfast option.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup kuttu flour (buckwheat flour)
- 1 medium potato, boiled and mashed
- Water as needed
- Ghee for cooking
- Honey for drizzling
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix kuttu flour, mashed potato, some honey and water to form a smooth batter.
2. Heat a pan with ghee and pour a ladle of the batter to form pancakes.
3. Cook until golden on both sides.
4. Serve hot, drizzled with honey.
Recipe 5: Honey and Ginger Herbal Tea
Perfect for soothing your body during fasting.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions:
1. Boil water in a saucepan and add grated ginger.
2. Let it steep for 5 minutes.
3. Strain into a cup, add honey and stir well. Enjoy warm.
Recipe 6: Makhana (Fox Nuts) Roasted with Honey
A crunchy snack to keep your energy up.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups makhana
- 1 tablespoon ghee
- 1 tablespoon honey
- A pinch of rock salt
Instructions:
1. In a pan, heat ghee and roast makhana until they turn crispy.
2. Drizzle honey over the roasted makhana and toss well.
3. Allow to cool slightly before enjoying this sweet, crunchy treat.
These recipes are not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients to help cleanse your system during Navratri. Incorporate honey into your meals for natural sweetness and added health benefits.
Happy fasting!