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What’s the secret to a soul-satisfying Maha Shivaratri feast? The answer lies in the richness of dairy delights that make traditional fasting recipes wholesome and divine. From velvety paneer dishes to creamy desserts, dairy products bring purity and nourishment to every bite, making your festive meals truly special. At Rajbhog Foods, we offer the freshest dairy products to help you easily prepare treats for this holy festival. This Maha Shivaratri, let the goodness of dairy delights elevate your devotion and dining experience.
Maha Shivaratri is here, and we are ready with our fresh dairy products for this holy festival. Are you ready to create some exciting traditional recipes? Keep reading this blog, and you will be amazed by some simple recipes!
Maha Shivaratri, one of the most auspicious festivals in Hindu tradition, is a time of devotion, fasting, and seeking spiritual blessings from Lord Shiva.
On this sacred night, devotees offer prayers and observe a fast, focusing on purity in thought, action, and food. While fasting is a part of the tradition, it doesn’t mean compromising taste or nutrition. In fact, sattvic food is crucial in providing energy and keeping the body light yet nourished.
This is where Rajbhog Foods steps in—with our authentic Indian-style dairy products, you can prepare various wholesome, delicious dishes aligned with traditional Indian fasting principles. From fresh cheese (paneer) and plain yogurt (Dahi) to ghee and lassi, our dairy delights bring divine flavors to your Maha Shivaratri celebrations.
The Essence of Sattvic Cooking on Maha Shivaratri
A Maha Shivaratri feast is more than just food; it is about purity, simplicity, and nourishment. Sattvic cooking follows the philosophy of consuming light, fresh, and natural foods that bring balance to the body and mind. Dairy products are considered sattvic because they are derived from whole milk, providing essential proteins, good fats, and probiotics.
At Rajbhog Foods, we bring you the finest milk products to make your fasting experience fulfilling and enjoyable.
Our Indian-style dairy delights enhance your festive spread, making every bite an offering of devotion and wellness.
Fresh Paneer: A Protein-Packed Delight for the Festivities
What’s a sattvic meal without some paneer dishes? Paneer, or raw paneer, is an excellent source of protein, keeping you energized throughout the fasting hours. It is soft, creamy, and incredibly versatile, making it a star ingredient in Indian cuisine.
Featured Recipes:
Paneer Malai Tikka
Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of fresh cheese marinated in plain yogurt and aromatic spices and grilled to
golden perfection. This quick and delicious dish brings a smoky, creamy delight to your festive spread.
- Prep time: 15 mins
- Cook time: 15 mins
- Total time: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 200g Rajbhog Foods Fresh Paneer, cut into cubes
- ½ cup Rajbhog Foods Plain Yogurt (Dahi)
- 1 tbsp Ghee
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp rock salt
- ½ tsp grated ginger
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander
- Skewers for grilling
Method:
- Mix Dahi, cumin powder, black pepper, rock salt, ginger, and cardamom in a bowl to form a smooth marinade.
- Add paneer cubes to the marinade and coat them evenly. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Heat ghee in a pan or grill. Skewer the paneer pieces and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Garnish with chopped coriander and serve hot!
Paneer Kababs
Crumbled raw paneer blended with subtle spices, shaped into kababs, then pan-fried until crispy outside and soft inside. It
is a homely food that adds a special touch to your Maha Shivaratri feast.
- Prep time: 10 mins
- Cook time: 15 mins
- Total time: 25 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 200g Rajbhog Foods Fresh Paneer, crumbled
- ½ cup mashed boiled potatoes
- 2 tbsp Rajbhog Foods Plain Yogurt (Dahi)
- ½ tsp rock salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander
- 2 tbsp Rajbhog Foods’ Pure Ghee, for frying
Method:
- In a bowl, mix crumbled paneer, mashed potatoes, Dahi, rock salt, black pepper, garam masala, and coriander.
- Shape the mixture into small kababs.
- Heat ghee in a pan and fry the kababs until golden brown on both sides.
Serve warm with yogurt or chutney.
Dahi: The Cooling and Digestive Superfood
Fasting can sometimes make the body feel heated or sluggish. That’s where Dahi, or plain yogurt, comes to the rescue! Dahi is a natural probiotic that aids digestion, keeps the gut happy, and adds divine flavors to every dish. Whether enjoyed as a side or a base for main dishes, it’s essential to flavorful fasting.
Featured Recipes:
Dahi Aloo Chaat
Crispy, golden potatoes drizzled with cooling Dahi, topped with roasted cumin, and garnished with fresh coriander. This
quick and delicious dish is light yet packed with flavors.
- Prep time: 10 mins
- Cook time: 10 mins
- Total time: 20 mins
- Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 2 boiled potatoes, cubed
- ½ cup Rajbhog Foods Plain Yogurt (Dahi)
- ½ tsp roasted cumin powder
- ½ tsp rock salt
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander
Method:
- In a bowl, mix Dahi, cumin powder, and rock salt.
- Add boiled potatoes and mix well.
Garnish with chopped coriander and serve chilled.
Kadhi Pakora
A comforting bowl of tangy, yogurt-based kadhi, slow-cooked and paired with soft, golden gram flour pakoras. Perfect for
those craving a warm, wholesome meal during Maha Shivaratri.
- Prep time: 15 mins
- Cook time: 30 mins
- Total time: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
For the Kadhi:
- 1 cup Rajbhog Foods Plain Yogurt (Dahi)
- 2 tbsp chickpea flour (besan)
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- ½ tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tbsp Rajbhog Foods Ghee
- ½ tsp rock salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander for garnish
For the Pakoras:
- ½ cup chickpea flour (besan)
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp rock salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp Rajbhog Foods Ghee for frying
Method:
Making the Kadhi:
- Whisk together Dahi and chickpea flour in a bowl until smooth.
- Heat ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, grated ginger, turmeric, and rock salt.
- Pour in the Dahi mixture and simmer on low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Making the Pakoras:
- In a separate bowl, mix chickpea flour, cumin powder, and rock salt with water to form a thick batter.
- Heat ghee in a pan and drop small portions of batter into the hot ghee.
- Fry until golden brown, then remove and drain on paper towels.
Final Assembly:
- Drop the fried pakoras into the simmering kadhi and let them soak for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped coriander and serve warm.
Ghee: The Golden Elixir of Purity
No traditional Indian meal is complete without ghee, the golden elixir that enhances flavors, promotes digestion, and boosts immunity. It is a sattvic essential that turns every dish into a divine delight. During Hindu festivals, especially Maha Shivaratri, ghee prepares the sweetest delights, adding richness to every bite.
Featured Recipes:
Lauki Halwa
Grated bottle gourd slow-cooked in ghee, flavored with cardamom, and garnished with nuts. This delightful dessert is a
light yet satisfying treat for fasting.
- Prep time: 10 mins
- Cook time: 30 mins
- Total time: 40 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 cups grated bottle gourd
- 2 tbsp Rajbhog Foods Ghee
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup jaggery
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- Chopped nuts for garnish
Method:
- Heat ghee in a pan and sauté grated lauki for 5 minutes.
- Add whole milk and cook until absorbed.
- Stir in jaggery and cardamom powder and cook for another 5 minutes.
Garnish with nuts and serve warm.
Makhana Kheer
Roasted makhana (fox nuts) simmered in whole milk and ghee, creating a delightful, nourishing, and festive dessert.
- Prep time: 5 mins
- Cook time: 25 mins
- Total time: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
- 1 tbsp Rajbhog Foods Ghee
- 4 cups whole milk
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- 10-12 almonds & cashews, chopped
- 1 tbsp raisins
- 5-6 saffron strands (optional)
Method:
- Heat ghee, roast makhana for 5 mins, then crush half of them.
- Boil milk, add makhana, and simmer for 10-12 mins until soft.
- Add sugar, cardamom, saffron, and nuts, and cook for 5-7 mins.
Garnish with more nuts and serve warm or chilled.
Lassi: The Perfect Cooling Companion for Maha Shivaratri
After relishing all these milk items, what better way to celebrate Maha Shivaratri than with a tall glass of Lassi? This
Indian-style yogurt drink is refreshing, hydrating, and perfect for balancing the richness of festive meals.
Whether you prefer it sweet, infused with raw sugar cane’s goodness, or salted with Himalayan salt, our variety of Lassis is a must-have in your Maha Shivaratri spread. It not only aids digestion but also cools the body, making it an ideal companion for your fasting meals.
Why Choose Rajbhog Foods for Your Maha Shivaratri Feast?
When it comes to authentic dairy delights, Rajbhog Foods is your go-to brand for high-quality, Indian-style dairy products in the USA. We bring you fresh paneer, whole milk Dahi, pure Ghee, and creamy Lassi, all made using traditional techniques to retain homemade flavors.
Why choose Rajbhog Foods?
- Authentic Indian flavors – Crafted using time-honored recipes.
- Convenience – Ready-to-use dairy products that make festive cooking effortless.
- Easily available – All our products are available at your nearest Indian grocery store.
With Rajbhog Foods, you can enjoy quick and delicious meals without compromising authenticity or taste.
Conclusion: Celebrate with Sattvic Delights
Maha Shivaratri is a time for devotion, purity, and divine flavors. Whether you are preparing paneer dishes, homely food, or delightful desserts, Rajbhog Foods’ dairy delights ensure that your meals remain wholesome, nourishing, and truly festive.
This year, let the goodness of Ghee, freshness of Dahi, richness of Paneer, and cooling Lassi add a special touch to your fasting experience. So go ahead, offer prayers, cook with love, and celebrate Maha Shivaratri with the best dairy products from Rajbhog Foods!
Try these recipes, enjoy the divine flavors, and make your Maha Shivaratri feast unforgettable!
Find our dairy delights at the nearest Rajbhog Café or a grocery store, or visit www.rajbhog.com to explore more.
Wishing you a blessed and flavorful Maha Shivaratri!
