Sawan Somvar Vrat: Foods you can eat during Monday fasting

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Jul 10, 2023

Fruits

Fruits are a popular choice during fasting periods. You can consume a variety of fresh fruits such as bananas, apples, oranges, pomegranates, grapes, and melons.

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Sabudana

Sabudana (Tapioca pearls) is widely used in fasting recipes. You can prepare dishes like sabudana khichdi (a savory dish with tapioca pearls, potatoes, and peanuts) or sabudana kheer (a sweet pudding made with tapioca pearls, milk, and sugar).

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Samak rice

Samak rice (Barnyard millet) is a common grain used during fasting. It can be cooked as a replacement for regular rice and used in dishes like samak pulao or samak khichdi.

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Kuttu flour

Kuttu (Buckwheat) flour is often used to make various fasting dishes. It can be used to prepare dishes like kuttu ki puri (buckwheat bread), kuttu dosa (buckwheat crepes), or kuttu ke pakode (buckwheat fritters).

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Singhara flour

Singhara (Water chestnut) flour is another popular ingredient during fasting. It can be used to make singhara cheela (water chestnut pancakes), singhara puri (water chestnut bread), or singhara halwa (water chestnut pudding).

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Dairy products

Milk and milk products like yogurt, buttermilk, and paneer (cottage cheese) can be consumed during Sawan Somvar Vrat. They can be used in various fasting recipes or consumed as is.

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Nuts and dry fruits

Nuts and dry fruits like almonds, cashews, raisins, and dates are good options for snacking during fasting periods. They provide essential nutrients and energy.

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