A Traditional Vrat Delight for Mahashivratri
Celebrate the spirit of Mahashivratri with a simple yet comforting vrat recipe that brings both taste and tradition to your table. These soft, golden rajgira puris are made even more satisfying with the addition of crushed Shrego Upvas Friendly Unsalted Roasted Peanuts, adding a rich, nutty flavor and light crunch.
Perfect for fasting days, this recipe is light, balanced, and easy to prepare. Not too heavy and not dry, these puris have the perfect texture when served warm. Whether for your fasting menu or festive meal, they bring warmth, comfort, and the true flavours of devotion to your Mahashivratri celebration.
📝 Ingredients
• 1 cup rajgira flour
• 1/2 cup Shrego Upvas Friendly Unsalted Roasted Peanuts (coarsely crushed)
• 1 boiled potato (mashed)
• Rock salt (sendha namak), to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds (jeera)
• Water (as required for dough)
• Ghee or oil for frying
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
In a bowl, combine rajgira flour, crushed peanuts, mashed potato, cumin seeds, and rock salt. Mix well and gradually add water to form a soft dough.
2. Shape the Puris
Take small portions of the dough and roll them into small puris using your hands or a rolling pin.
3. Heat the Oil/Ghee
Heat ghee or oil in a pan on medium flame.
4. Fry the Puris
Carefully drop the puris into hot oil and fry until they turn golden and puffed.
5. Serve
Remove and serve warm. Enjoy these soft and perfectly balanced rajgira puris during your fast.
💡 Tips for Best Results
• Soft Texture: Adding potato helps keep puris soft
• Perfect Balance: Peanuts add flavor without making it heavy
• Frying Tip: Maintain medium heat for even cooking
• Serve Fresh: Best enjoyed hot and fresh
✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Vrat Friendly – Ideal for fasting days
• Light & Balanced – Not too heavy, not too dry
• Nutty Flavor – Enhanced with roasted peanuts
• Festive Special – Perfect for Mahashivratri
