Ganesh Chaturthi is widely celebrated across India and marks the birth of Lord Ganesha. Devotees fast during this day, after which they indulge in eating delicious, nutritious and simple dishes. In this article, we have listed a series of lunch menus. Read below.
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is an important Hindu festival celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion in India. This festival marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god who is revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and beginnings. This year, the Ganesh Chaturthi Tithi festival begins on September 18 and continues until September 19.
Ganesh Chaturthi is widely celebrated in states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Rajasthan. People across the country were preparing to celebrate. The celebrations begin with the installation of elaborate clay statues of Lord Ganesha in homes and public shrines (temporary shrines).
Devotees offer prayers, perform rituals and offer various sweets and fruits to the deity. Food plays an essential role in Ganesh Chaturthi. Lord Ganesha is believed to love eating sweets, which are often offered to the deity in the form of prasad. However, our stomach is not enough for sweets. Thus, a pompous lunch menu is organised.
If you are confused about what to prepare for lunch while celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi, don’t worry, we have the right solution for you. We have prepared a long list of lunch menus that can be served to your guests and family members. take a look:
If you want a quick meal on this special day, then Jat Ki Khichdi is the meal for you. This is a hassle-free dish that does not take much time to prepare. It is a North Indian dish that combines the flavors of steamed gram flour dumplings (gati) with aromatic spices and rice. It’s a one-pot meal that’s not only delicious, but also a testament to Rajasthan’s rich culinary heritage. It is often served with yogurt or alongside pickles.
Even though it is a festival, you should not compromise on the nutrients. Palak dal khichdi is a nutritious and comforting Indian dish that combines the benefits of lentils, rice and spinach (palak). To prepare this dish, lentils and rice are cooked with a delicious blend of spices like cumin, turmeric and garam masala. Fresh spinach leaves are added to the mix, adding a vibrant green color and a subtle, earthy flavour. It can be served with a little ghee or yogurt or alongside pickles for more flavour.
This Ganesh Chaturthi, try something healthy to satisfy your festive craving. This delicious dish is made with a delicious filling of mashed potatoes mixed with a variety of spices, such as cumin, coriander and garam masala. Fill the kachori with the potato mixture and replace the maida with atta for a guilt-free indulgence. This is often enjoyed with sabzi, tamarind chutney, mint chutney or yogurt.
It is not necessary to eat a heavy meal during Ganesh Chaturthi. A simple dish like faran bhat can satisfy your cravings after a long day of vrat. Varan is usually made with toor dal cooked with turmeric, salt and a tadka of ghee, cumin seeds, mustard seeds and asafoetida, which adds a beautiful aroma and taste to the dish. It is a staple of Maharashtrian cuisine and embodies the essence of home-cooked comfort food. It is served with steamed rice with a little ghee, pickles and papad.
Amti dal is a delicious and aromatic lentil dish that originates from the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is a staple of Maharashtrian cuisine, known for its unique blend of sweet, spicy and tangy flavours. It is made from yellow garam dal with special goda masala, a unique blend of Maharashtrian spices. The dish gets its distinctive flavor from ingredients like tamarind, jaggery and coconut, which add a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavours. It is mainly served with steamed rice.
Not just for this festival but in general, Chole Bhature holds a special place in our hearts. It is a North Indian dish, and we urge you to make it for Ganesh Chaturthi. This combination of spicy and puffy bakhoor served alongside spicy and tangy chole is a match made in culinary heaven. Choli condiment is often garnished with fresh coriander leaves, sliced onions, and a squeeze of lemon for extra flavor. We are sure this dish will be your savior after a long day.
Singhade Ki Kadhi is a unique and delicious Indian dish primarily associated with fasting during Ganesh Chaturthi. It is a simple kadhi recipe made using Singhade ki atta. This gluten-free recipe is a refreshing, creamy and smooth dish that can be served with rice.
This mouth-watering sweet is specially made during Ganesh Chaturthi as it is considered a favorite of Lord Ganesha. Modaks are made from rice flour or wheat flour dough, and are stuffed with a sweet filling usually consisting of jaggery, coconut and cardamom. They come in different shapes, the most popular being the pyramid-shaped modak that is steamed or fried.
This authentic dish hails from Maharashtra and is offered to Lord Ganesha during Ganesh Chatothi. It is prepared by stuffing a sweet and aromatic mixture called ‘puran’ inside a thin wheat flour dough. The stuffed dough is then carefully rolled into a flatbread and cooked on a griddle with ghee until it turns golden brown. It has a mix of sweet and salty flavours.
These small size round plates are made from Bondi. The boondi is coated in sugar syrup and infused with cardamom or saffron. These boondi are then shaped into laddus, which have a delightful combination of crunchy and soft textures with an array of sweet and aromatic flavours. It is offered as prasad to Lord Ganesha.