{"id":3345,"date":"2020-10-24T10:17:54","date_gmt":"2020-10-24T10:17:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/?page_id=3345"},"modified":"2020-10-25T03:32:19","modified_gmt":"2020-10-25T03:32:19","slug":"navratri-day1","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/navratri-day1\/","title":{"rendered":"Navratri day1"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row el_class=&#8221;largebanner&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs&#8221;]\n\t\t\t<!-- START desbanner REVOLUTION SLIDER 6.7.31 --><p class=\"rs-p-wp-fix\"><\/p>\n\t\t\t<rs-module-wrap id=\"rev_slider_77_1_wrapper\" data-source=\"gallery\" style=\"visibility:hidden;background:transparent;padding:0;margin:0px auto;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;\">\n\t\t\t\t<rs-module id=\"rev_slider_77_1\" style=\"\" data-version=\"6.7.31\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<rs-slides style=\"overflow: hidden; position: absolute;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<rs-slide style=\"position: absolute;\" data-key=\"rs-1680\" data-title=\"egg\" data-in=\"o:0;\" data-out=\"a:false;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/plugins\/revslider\/sr6\/assets\/assets\/dummy.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"Navratri day1\" class=\"rev-slidebg tp-rs-img rs-lazyload\" data-lazyload=\"\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/eggmobbaner.jpg\" data-no-retina>\n<!---->\t\t\t\t\t<\/rs-slide>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<rs-slide style=\"position: absolute;\" data-key=\"rs-1677\" data-title=\"summerdrink\" data-in=\"o:0;\" data-out=\"a:false;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/plugins\/revslider\/sr6\/assets\/assets\/dummy.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"Navratri day1\" class=\"rev-slidebg tp-rs-img rs-lazyload\" data-lazyload=\"\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/beetrootbaner.jpg\" data-no-retina>\n<!---->\t\t\t\t\t<\/rs-slide>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/rs-slides>\n\t\t\t\t<\/rs-module>\n\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\tsetREVStartSize({c: 'rev_slider_77_1',rl:[1240,1240,1240,480],el:[600,600,600,720],gw:[1400,1400,1400,325],gh:[600,600,600,250],type:'standard',justify:'',layout:'fullwidth',mh:\"0\"});if (window.RS_MODULES!==undefined && window.RS_MODULES.modules!==undefined && window.RS_MODULES.modules[\"revslider771\"]!==undefined) {window.RS_MODULES.modules[\"revslider771\"].once = false;window.revapi77 = undefined;if (window.RS_MODULES.checkMinimal!==undefined) window.RS_MODULES.checkMinimal()}\n\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t<\/rs-module-wrap>\n\t\t\t<!-- END REVOLUTION SLIDER -->\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;smallbanner&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md&#8221;]\n\t\t\t<!-- START mobbanner REVOLUTION SLIDER 6.7.31 --><p class=\"rs-p-wp-fix\"><\/p>\n\t\t\t<rs-module-wrap id=\"rev_slider_73_2_wrapper\" data-source=\"gallery\" style=\"visibility:hidden;background:transparent;padding:0;margin:0px auto;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;\">\n\t\t\t\t<rs-module id=\"rev_slider_73_2\" style=\"\" data-version=\"6.7.31\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<rs-slides style=\"overflow: hidden; position: absolute;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<rs-slide style=\"position: absolute;\" data-key=\"rs-1667\" data-title=\"egg\" data-thumb=\"\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/eggmobbaner-50x50.jpg\" data-link=\"\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/egg-snacks\/\" data-tag=\"l\" data-target=\"_self\" data-seoz=\"back\" data-anim=\"adpr:false;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/plugins\/revslider\/sr6\/assets\/assets\/dummy.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"Navratri day1\" class=\"rev-slidebg tp-rs-img rs-lazyload\" data-lazyload=\"\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/eggmobbaner.jpg\" data-parallax=\"off\" data-no-retina>\n<!--\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t--><rs-layer\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tid=\"slider-73-slide-1667-layer-17\" \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-type=\"text\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-rsp_ch=\"on\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-xy=\"xo:5px;yo:152px;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-text=\"s:23;l:26;fw:300;a:inherit;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-frame_0=\"tp:600;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-frame_1=\"tp:600;sR:10;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-frame_999=\"o:0;tp:600;st:w;sR:8690;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"z-index:5;font-family:'Roboto';\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t><b>Eggs 4 ways.<\/b><br>\nLet's get cracking! 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Navratri, Vijayadasami, Gollu festival, Dussera, Bathukamma, Durga Puja; are all celebrations of the triumph of good over evil. This year, with the pandemic, Ultra helps you cook celebratory puja dishes from the safety of your homes. Let good health and happiness triumph this festival season.<\/p>\n<p>Traditionally, Navaratri puja dishes would include post-fasting sweet and savory preparations with jaggery, sesame seeds, neem leaves, sago or tapioca pearls, raw rice and dairy products.<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate this year\u2019s festivities with nine dishes from across the country. With a special focus on your health and happiness, Ultra recipes are a healthy balance of indulgence and goodness.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3114\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day1.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day1-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day1-768x517.png 768w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day1-1024x689.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221;]<strong>Let the celebrations begin with Ultra delicious food<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Navratri is a nine-day long festival celebrated with friends and family. Different regions follow different legends for their celebration. Markandeya Purana contains some of the mythological stories that lead to the celebration of Navratri. The unifying thread is that, Navratri is a celebration of good over evil and no celebration is complete without healthy home-cooked food. Ultra brings you nine great recipes, discover one each day and enjoy these delicious dishes with your family and friends.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;potatopatties&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 1: PARSI POTATO PATTIES<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3030\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Parsipotato.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Parsipotato.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Parsipotato-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Parsipotato-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Channa and coconut sundal is a staple in south Indian homes during any celebration. A great way to use the sundal to make an interesting and delicious snack is to use it as a stuffing in the Parsi potato patties.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Makes: 16-20<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\">Making Time<br \/>\n15 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep Time<br \/>\n30 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n45 MINS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 0px !important;\">Making time<br \/>\n15 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep time<br \/>\n30 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n45 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>5 Medium potatoes (boiled)<br \/>\n2-3 Bread slices<br \/>\n2 Green chillies<br \/>\n\u00bd Tsp pepper powder<br \/>\n\u00bc Tsp garam masala powder<br \/>\n\u00bc Tsp chilli powder<br \/>\n\u00bd Tsp dry fenugreek (kasthuri methi)<br \/>\n\u00bd Tsp amchur\/dry mango powder<br \/>\n\u00bd Cup sooji\/ rava<br \/>\nSalt<br \/>\nOil<\/p>\n<p><strong>Stuffing:<\/strong><br \/>\n1 Cup channa(cooked)\/sundal with coconut<br \/>\n\u00bd Cup grated paneer<br \/>\n\u00bc Cup chopped dates<\/p>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. Mash the boiled potatoes and add in all the ingredients.<br \/>\n2. Dip the bread slices in water and squeeze the excess liquid before mixing them into the potatoes. Bread will bind all the ingredients together.<br \/>\n3. Make small patties and refrigerate them for 10 mins.<br \/>\n4. Mash up the channa \/ sundal and add the dates and the grated paneer. Shape them into small balls and set aside.<br \/>\n5. Remove the potato patties from the fridge and flatten them out a bit to add the stuffing.<br \/>\n6. Place the stuffing inside and cover it with the potato all around and reshape into a cutlet.<br \/>\n7. Dip the cutlet into the rava to cover all sides and fry them.<br \/>\n8. Serve with a tamarind ketchup or with mint chutney.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;BommaiGollu&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3152\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day2.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day2-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day2-768x517.png 768w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/navaratri-day2-1024x689.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221;]<strong>Bommai Gollu: Festival of Dolls<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bommai Gollu in Tamil, Bommala Koluvu in Telugu or Bombe Habba in Kannada; is a festival of dolls. Multicoloured dolls are decorated and arranged on wooden steps and displayed for nine days. During this time, the evenings are filled with chanting of bajans, story-telling, musical and dance performances in the presence of family, friends and neighbours; all in front of the gollu. The highlight of the gollu besides the dolls is the snacks and desserts made for the celebration each day.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;RavaKesari&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 2: TAMIL RAVA KESARI<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3029\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/RavaKesari.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/RavaKesari.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/RavaKesari-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/RavaKesari-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Serves 4<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time\">Making time<br \/>\n20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time\">Total Time<br \/>\n20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>1 Cup rava (fine)<br \/>\n1 \u00bd Cup ghee<br \/>\n1 \u00bd Cups water<br \/>\n2 Cups sugar<br \/>\n1 Tsp crushed elaichi or powder<br \/>\n1 Pinch saffron (soaked in 1 tsp warm milk)<br \/>\n\u00bc Cup chopped cashews<br \/>\n\u00bc Cup raisins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. Add ghee to a thick bottomed pan<br \/>\n2. Fry the cashews and raisins till golden brown, strain and set aside.<br \/>\n3. To the remaining ghee, add the rava and cook on a medium to low flame until golden<br \/>\n4. Add water and cook to upma consistency or till dry<br \/>\n5. Add the sugar and the elaichi and combine well. Stir with caution, as the sugar caramelises, it bubbles rapidly. Stir till all the sugar is absorbed into the rava and it is dry again.<br \/>\n6. Add the fried cashews, raisins and the saffron and combine well<br \/>\n7. Serve hot<\/p>\n<p><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Replace water with thin pineapple juice and instead of the dry fruits, add chopped pineapple for a variation.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;durgapuja&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3189\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/durga_pooja.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1184\" height=\"841\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/durga_pooja.jpg 1184w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/durga_pooja-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/durga_pooja-768x546.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/durga_pooja-1024x727.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221;]<strong>Durga Puja: Celebration of the female power<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Durga Puja is the celebration of the strength and victory of the female power. While the overarching celebration is of the victory of the goddess Durga over the evil Mahishasura; the Navadurga celebrations, over the nine days revels in all aspects of the female energy including; power, knowledge, wisdom, beauty, forbearance, faith, commitment, nourishment, fertility and motherhood.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;BengaliNeemJhol&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 3: BENGALI NEEM JHOL<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Neem although bitter to taste, is filled with abundant goodness. With anti-microbial, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-carcinogenic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties; neem is excellent for boosting good health and immunity. Most states celebrate the start of the new year by consuming a few tender neem leaves and wishing for good health all through the year.<\/p>\n<p>Neem Jhol is a medley of vegetables in a mustard, turmeric and coriander sauce.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3026\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BengaliNeemJhol.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BengaliNeemJhol.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BengaliNeemJhol-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BengaliNeemJhol-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Serves 4<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\">Prep Time<br \/>\n10 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Cooking Time<br \/>\n20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n30 MINS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 0px !important;\">Prep Time<br \/>\n10 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Cooking Time<br \/>\n20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n30 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>2 Cups tender neem leaves (destalked)<br \/>\n1 Cup aubergine (chopped)<br \/>\n1 Cup potato (chopped)<br \/>\n1 Cup sweet potato (chopped)<br \/>\n1 Cup drumstick (chopped<br \/>\n1\u201d Fresh turmeric (paste) or 1 tsp turmeric powder<br \/>\n1 Tbsp coriander seeds (paste)<br \/>\n1 Tbsp mustard seeds (paste)<br \/>\n(To make a paste of coriander seeds and mustard seeds, grind in the small jar of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/mixer-grinder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ultra Mixer Grinder<\/a> with a tsp of oil and 20ml of water)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tempering<\/strong><br \/>\n1 Tsp mustard seeds<br \/>\n2 Tbsp mustard oil<br \/>\n1 Tsp panch pooran (Bengali five spice)<br \/>\n1 Bay leaf<br \/>\n\u00bd Tsp sugar<br \/>\n1 Tsp ghee<br \/>\nSalt to taste<\/p>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. Add \u00bd Tsp turmeric powder or \u00bd the paste to the aubergine with some salt and set aside on a sieve to drain.<br \/>\n2. Prepare the vegetables; chop the drumstick into 2\u201d pieces and all the other vegetable to a similar size.<br \/>\n3. Cook the vegetables in water with salt and turmeric paste and set aside.<br \/>\n4. Heat oil and temper the whole spices in oil, add the neem leaves to the oil and saut\u00e9 for 2 mins.<br \/>\n5. Add the drained aubergine followed by the panch pooran and saute for 2 mins.<br \/>\n6. Add the cooked vegetables and the mustard and coriander paste and simmer for 5 minutes.<br \/>\n7. Add sugar and ghee. Stir well and serve hot with rice.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;legend-of-the-blue-lotus&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3229\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/TheLotusLegend.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1100\" height=\"752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/TheLotusLegend.jpg 1100w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/TheLotusLegend-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/TheLotusLegend-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/TheLotusLegend-1024x700.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221;]<strong>Navratri and the legend of the blue lotus<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Lotus Legend is one of the stories from the Markandeya Puranam. It is believed that Lord Rama, in his quest to retrieve Goddess Sita from the evil Ravana, prayed to Goddess Durga seeking strength and power to fulfill his quest. He was to offer 108 blue Lotus flowers to appease the Goddess and to have his prayers granted. On failing to find these lotuses, the blue-skinned God, offered his lotus shaped eyes to the Goddess. Moved by his intent to sacrifice his eyes, she granted him the power to win Ravana and this is one of the legends of the Navratri celebrations.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;BandarLaddu&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 4: ANDHRA BANDAR LADDU OR THOKKUDU LADDU<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3107\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BandarLaddu-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BandarLaddu-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BandarLaddu-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BandarLaddu-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A melt-in-the-mouth dish originally from the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, this dish is a celebratory preparation made during Bathukamma celebrations.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Makes: 16-20<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\">Making Time<br \/>\n20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep Time<br \/>\n5 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n25 MINS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 0px !important;\">Making time<br \/>\n20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep time<br \/>\n5 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n25 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>250 Grams chickpea flour<br \/>\n200 Grams sugar (powdered)<br \/>\n3 Tbsp ghee<br \/>\n1 Tsp cardamom powder<br \/>\n1 Pinch salt<br \/>\n20 Raisins \/ pumpkin seeds<br \/>\nWater<br \/>\nOil<\/p>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. Make a thick sticky dough with chickpea flour, salt and water.<br \/>\n2. Oil a chakli\/murukku press. Add the flour and fry the dough as chaklis. Alternately you could flatten them into small thin discs and fry it.<br \/>\n3. Once cooled down completely, grind it in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/mixer-grinder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ultra Mixer Grinder<\/a> into a fine powder.<br \/>\n4. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cardamom powder and ghee and shape into lime-sized balls.<br \/>\n5. Garnish with raisin or pumpkin seeds[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;LegendofUma&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3252\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/legendofuma.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"724\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/legendofuma.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/legendofuma-300x217.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/legendofuma-768x556.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Navratri and The Legend of Uma<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Daksha the God of The Himalayas had a daughter called Uma and she desired to marry Lord Shiva. Her father was against this union. Uma however, went on to marry Lord Shiva against her father\u2019s will. In his spite, Daksha planned a yagna without inviting Lord Shiva. Uma immolated herself in this yagna for the dishonour her father brought to her husband. Raising from the ashes, she was reborn as Parvati and united with Lord Shiva again. Legend goes that Parvati or Uma return home every year for a nine-day visit and this is celebrated as Navratri.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;DelhiGajjar&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 5: DELHI GAJJAR HALWA WITH KHOYA<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/halwa.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/halwa.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/halwa-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/halwa-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This decadent dish is a classic celebration dish. Although a rich dessert, carrots add a healthy touch to it.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Serves 6<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\">Cooking Time<br \/>\n10 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep Time<br \/>\n10 &#8211; 15 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n25 MINS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 0px !important;\">Cooking time<br \/>\n10 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep time<br \/>\n10 &#8211; 15 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n25 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>500 Grams carrots (preferably red Delhi carrots; grated)<br \/>\n\u00bc Cup condensed milk<br \/>\n\u00bc Cup milk<br \/>\n\u00bc Cup chopped dates<br \/>\n1 Tbsp Ghee<br \/>\n1 Pinch salt<br \/>\n1 Tsp Cardamom powder<br \/>\n2 Tbsp Chopped nuts (pistachios and almonds)<br \/>\n1 Cup khoya\/ mava (crumbled)<\/p>\n<p>This is a rich version of the recipe that is fit for celebratory indulgence. Made without the khoya and condensed milk makes it less indulgent.<\/p>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. In your Ultra Pressure Cooker, add ghee and the carrots. Saut\u00e9 till the moisture dries out<br \/>\n2. Add the milk, condensed milk, dates and cardamom powder with a pinch of salt and pressure cook for 1 whistle<br \/>\n3. Once the pressure releases, open your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/pressure-cookers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ultra Pressure Cooker<\/a> and saut\u00e9 the mixture till the liquid is absorbed.<br \/>\n4. Add the crumbled khoya.<br \/>\n5. Sprinkle the nuts and serve warm.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;Saraswati&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3278\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/SaraswatiPradhan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/SaraswatiPradhan.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/SaraswatiPradhan-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/SaraswatiPradhan-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Saraswati Pradhan Puja<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In the northern states, saraswati pradhan puja is celebrated to give thanks to the bountiful harvest received in autumn and to pray ahead for the spring harvest. It is also customary to pray to Goddess Saraswathi seeking a blessing of knowledge and wisdom by placing books and study materials, as it is practiced in the southern states during the Navratri celebrations.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;BiscuitAmbade&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 6: BISCUIT AMBADE FROM SOUTH KANARA<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Pulses and daals are generally avoided during the fasting period. However, during the celebrations, simple and easy recipes make cooking for the family a joy. Urad daal bonda or biscuit ambade as it is called is a tasty treat that can be made in no time and everyone in the family would enjoy them.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3028\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BiscuitAmbade.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BiscuitAmbade.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BiscuitAmbade-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/BiscuitAmbade-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This Urad Daal bonda is very similar to the Tamilian Ulundu Vadai with subtle differences in preparation method. This is a quick and easy evening snack, especially great to serve during the Navratri celebrations.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Makes 10-12<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\">Soaking Time<br \/>\n2 HRS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep Time<br \/>\n15-20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n2hrs 20 MINS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 0px !important;\">Soaking time<br \/>\n2 HRS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep time<br \/>\n15-20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n2hrs 20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>1 Cup urad daal<br \/>\n1\u201d Ginger (finely chopped)<br \/>\n\u00bc Tsp peppercorns (crushed)<br \/>\n1 Green chilli (finely chopped)<br \/>\n1 Sprig Curry leaves (finely chopped)<br \/>\n2 Slivers coconut (finely chopped)<br \/>\n1 Pinch asafoetida<br \/>\nSalt<\/p>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. Wash, clean and soak the urad daal for 2 hours.<br \/>\n2. Drain all the soaked water and pulse the urad daal in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/mixer-grinder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ultra Mixer Grinder<\/a>, a few times. Add very little water and grind to a smooth batter. If making more, you could do this in your Ultra Grinder for an extra smooth batter.<br \/>\n3. Add all the ingredients to the batter and mix thoroughly.<br \/>\n4. Heat oil for frying. Wet your fingers and take a small portion of the batter and drop lime sized portions into the oil.<br \/>\n5. Fry till golden brown.<br \/>\n6. Best served with mint or coconut chutney.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;Dandiya&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dandiya.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dandiya.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dandiya-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dandiya-768x547.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Navratri and the Dandiya Raas celebrations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dandiya Raas is a fervent folk-dance festival, originated in Gujarat and celebrated all across the country. Dandiya-raas is usually performed in male-female pairs moving in circles striking wooden sticks to the beat of the music and as the dance progresses partners interchange within a larger circle. Navratri celebrations nationwide, come to life, once the garba (dance) starts.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;GujaratiMuthias&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 7: GUJARATI MUTHIAS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/GujaratiMuthias.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/GujaratiMuthias.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/GujaratiMuthias-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/GujaratiMuthias-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><br \/>\nMade out of wheat and besan or chickpea flour, vegetables and spices, this snack is healthy and easy to make during the celebrations.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Serves: 6-8<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\">Steaming Time<br \/>\n25 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep Time<br \/>\n15 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n40 \u2013 45 MINS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 0px !important;\">Steaming time<br \/>\n25 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep time<br \/>\n15 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n40 \u2013 45 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>\u00bd Cup besan \/ gram flour<br \/>\n\u00bc Cup whole wheat flour<br \/>\n1 Tbsp semolina rava\/ sooji<br \/>\n2 Cups bottle gourd (grated)<br \/>\n\u00bd Cup methi leaves (chopped)<br \/>\n2 Tsp ginger and green chilli paste<br \/>\n\u00bd Tsp sugar<br \/>\n1 Tbsp oil<br \/>\n\u00bd Tsp cumin<br \/>\n\u00bd Tsp chilli powder<br \/>\n\u00bc Tsp turmeric powder<br \/>\n\u00bc Tsp pinch Bicarbonate of Soda<br \/>\n\u00bc Tsp coriander seeds (roasted and crushed)<br \/>\nSalt<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tempering:<\/strong><br \/>\n\u00bc Tsp asafoetida\/ hing<br \/>\n2 Tsp mustard<br \/>\n1 Tbsp Sesame seeds<br \/>\n2 Dry red chillies<br \/>\n2 Sprigs curry leaves<br \/>\n2 Tbsp Oil<\/p>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. Mix all the ingredients together into a dough without adding water. Shape into 5 to 6\u2019\u2019 long ropes and steam for 25 minutes.<br \/>\n2. Cool completely and cut into discs.<br \/>\n3. Temper the mustard and other ingredients.<br \/>\n4. Toss the cooked muthias till the edges crisp a little.<br \/>\n5. Serve hot with a yoghurt and cumin dip.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;Bathukamma&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3327\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Bathukamma.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Bathukamma.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Bathukamma-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Bathukamma-768x540.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Discover the traditions of Bathukamma<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bathukamma or Durgashtami is a festival predominantly celebrated in Telangana during the nine days of navratri. The festival was historically called, the \u2018festival of life\u2019. Women make floral stacks with seven layers of seasonal and medicinal flowers. The arrangement is made in the shape of the temple gopuram and in prayer to the Goddess Maha Gauri, calling her to come alive and bless the village with abundance and prosperity.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;SabudanaVada&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 8: MAHARASHTRIAN SABUDANA VADA<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3031\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/SabudanaVada.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/SabudanaVada.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/SabudanaVada-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/SabudanaVada-768x493.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><br \/>\nSago or tapioca pearls are traditionally eaten during fasting or vrath. This crunchy and delicious snack will be loved by everyone and it can be made with very little effort.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Makes: 10-12<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Soaking Time<br \/>\n2-3 HRS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep Time<br \/>\n10 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n3 HRS 20 MINS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 0px !important;\">Soaking time<br \/>\n2-3 HRS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep time<br \/>\n10 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n3 HRS 20 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>2 Cups Sago (soaked)<br \/>\n2 Large potatoes (boiled)<br \/>\n3 Green chillies (chopped)<br \/>\n\u00bd Cup roasted peanuts (crushed)<br \/>\n2 Sprigs curry leaves (chopped)<br \/>\n1\u201d ginger (chopped)<br \/>\n1 Tsp cumin seeds<br \/>\nSalt<br \/>\nOil<\/p>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. In a bowl combine the soaked sago, mashed potato and all the ingredients and mix well.<br \/>\n2. Shape into balls and flatten.<br \/>\n3. Heat oil in a pan and fry till golden brown.<br \/>\n4. Serve with a spicy mint chutney.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;Ayudhapuja&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3348\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Ayudhapuja.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"728\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Ayudhapuja.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Ayudhapuja-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Ayudhapuja-768x559.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Navratri and Ayudha puja traditions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Also known as Astra Puja is celebrated on the ninth day of Navratri. It is customary to pray to the Goddess Lakshmi with the \u201ctools of trade\u201d, seeking greater wealth and fortune and an advancement in trade or career.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;ingredients_sec&#8221; el_id=&#8221;AvalVilayichathu&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>DAY 9: KERALA AVAL VILAYICHATHU<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/aval.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/aval.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/aval-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/aval-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This delicious and simple dish also known as aval sharkara is especially popular during the Vijayadashami celebrations in Kerala. It can be made two ways, either by simply combining the ingredients or making a jaggery caramel and then tossing them together. Use the thicker aval and not the paper thin one for this recipe.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content_sec\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<h4>INGREDIENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Serves: 4-6<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\">Making Time<br \/>\n10 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep Time<br \/>\n5 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-xs\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n5 MINS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe_sec\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"pre_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 0px !important;\">Making time<br \/>\n10 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Prep time<br \/>\n5 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"total_time sm-text vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-lg\" style=\"padding-left: 5px !important;\">Total Time<br \/>\n15 MINS<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p>200 Grams beaten rice\/aval (wash, drain and set aside)<br \/>\n200 Grams coconut (grated)<br \/>\n300 Jaggery<br \/>\n\u00bd Cup water<br \/>\n1 Pinch salt<br \/>\n1 Tbsp (roasted bengal gram)<br \/>\n1 Tsp black sesame seeds<br \/>\n1 Tsp elaichi\/cardamom powder<br \/>\n1 Tbsp ghee<\/p>\n<h4>METHOD<\/h4>\n<p>1. Combine the jaggery, cardamom powder, salt and water to make a caramel. When it thickens, add the coconut. Stir for a few minutes and add the cleaned aval.<br \/>\n2. Temper the sesame and roasted bengal gram in ghee and mix into the aval.<br \/>\n3. 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