Samak Khichdi | Fasting/ Vrat Recipe | Maha Shivaratri Special

Maha Shivaratri is celebrated every year to honour Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fast on this day and chant prayers. If you’re fasting on this auspicious occasion, then try this subtly flavourful and tasty dish – Samak Khichdi.

Ingredients:

• 100 gms Samak

• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds

• 8-10 Curry Leaves

• 2 Green Chillies

• 2 tbsp Ghee

• 3 cups Water

• Black Salt as per taste

Method:

• Heat a pan on high flame, add ghee and let it heat.

• Once the ghee is hot, add cumin seeds and let it crackle.

• Add green chillies, curry leaves and Samak and roast for about 2-3 mins while continuously stirring.

• After 3 mins, add water and black salt and mix well.

• Cover and let it cook for 10 mins on a low flame.
• Serve Samak Khichdi with Vrat wali Aloo Sabzi.