Name: Ditch The Usual Vrat Food And Try Delicious ~Lauki Pancakes~ For Navratri
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 medium Lauki (bottle gourd), peeled; ½ cup Singhara (water chestnut) flour or kuttu (buckwheat) flour; ¼ cup Samak rice flour (barnyard millet flour) (optional); 2 tbsp Yoghurt; 1 Green chillies, finely chopped; 2 tbsp Fresh coriander, chopped; ½ tsp Cumin seeds; to taste Rock salt; ¼ tsp Black pepper; for cooking Ghee or oil; for garnish Pomegranate arils; for garnish Grated Coconut

Question 1

Are lauki pancakes suitable for Navratri fasting?

Accepted Answer

Of course! Lauki pancakes are ideal for fasting days like Navratri, as they use flours and spices that are compatible with vrat.

Question 2

What other veggies can I use?

Accepted Answer

If you're following a strict vrat regimen, you may try adding shredded sweet potato, carrot or potato.

Question 3

How do I keep the pancakes soft?

Accepted Answer

For soft pancakes, remember not to oversqueeze the lauki and not to boil it for too long. Serve while still warm for the best texture.

Question 4

Is lauki healthy for fasting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, lauki is nutritious and perfect for Vrat meals since it is easy to digest, low in calories, and hydrating.