Farali recipes # 1 SABUDANA VADA

A very happy Janmashtami to all !! 

Janmashtami, Krishna Janmashtami or Gukulashtami.. Celebrated across India as the birth of Lord Krishna!! 

It is celebrated by breaking Dahi Handi hung high in the air with the help of a rope, Visiting temples at midnight- The time when lord Krishna is supposed to be born. Lord Krishna is placed in swing and cradles in every home and all the temples are decorated with lights.

There are many spiritual practices that are followed during Janmashtami. For example, fasting which is very common. Fasting is observed for 24 hours by devotees of Lord Krishna. During which people either eat fruits or Faraal (Fasting food) till they visit temple and offer prayers at midnight. 

 So today i am sharing some recipes with you!!

Ingredients

Sago - 1/2 cup
Boiled and mashed potatoes - 1 cup
Grated ginger - 1/2 tsp
Green chilies, chopped - 1-2

Lemon juice - 1/2 tbsp 

Chopped coriander - 

2 tbsp 

Coarsely ground peanuts - 1 tbsp
Salt to taste

Method

1. Wash the Sago/sabudana. Drain and keep aside for about 2-4 hours or overnight. If necessary, sprinkle a little water to moisten it. 
2. Mix the Sabudana along with all the other ingredients to make a nice soft mixture.
3. Divide the mixture into equal portions. Shape each portion into a round and flatten slightly.
4. Deep-fry the vadas in hot oil until they are golden brown in color and drain on paper.
5. Serve hot with Dahi/Yogurt or green chutney.