Sravan Special: Traditional Rawa-based Recipes for Fasting and Feasting
Welcome to the realm of Sravan, a month celebrated with great devotion and culinary delights in many Indian households. This auspicious period calls for special recipes, particularly those made with rawa (semolina), which are perfect for both fasting and feasting. These traditional Indian recipes showcase the versatility of rawa in creating delightful dishes. Rawa Kesari offers a sweet treat with its luscious texture and fragrant flavours, while, Rawa Shankarpali presents a crispy snack, perfect for tea time or festive occasions. Let’s dive into these recipes and savour the delectable creations made with rawa. Recipe 1: Rawa Kesari Ingredients: 1 cup semolina (rawa/sooji) 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter) 1/4 cup cashews, halved 1/4 cup raisins 4 cups water 1/2 tsp cardamom powder A few strands of saffron (optional) Food coloring (optional) Instructions: Heat ghee in a pan. Add cashews and raisins. Fry until cashews turn golden and raisins puff up. Keep aside...