Sharadiya Navratri 2021: Singhara, also known as water caltrop or water chestnut, is a fruit that grows underwater. It is usually a winter fruit, however, its by-products – especially the flour – are available round the year.
It is that time of the year again, Navratri is just around the corner and we cannot conain our excitement for the same. It is said that during the auspicious days of Navratri, Goddess Durga descends from heaven to be amongst her beloved devotees. The devotees, in turn,
make abundant offerings and prayers to seek her divine blessings. Some devotees also observe the ritualistic fasts, where they refrain from eating non-vegetarian food, alcohol, onion, garlic, and a variety of grains, lentil and spices. Special vrat ingredients like kuttu (buckwheat),
samak ke chawal, rajgir atta (barnyard millet) take prominence around this time. Another vrat special ingredient that finds its coveted place in the all-time vrat favourites is singhara atta. Singhara, also known as water caltrop or water chestnut, is a fruit that grows underwater. It is usually a winter fruit, however, its by-products – especially the flour – are available round the year.
Water chestnut fruits are dried and ground to make flour. The nutrient-dense flour can be used to make various dishes, if given a chance. Not only does it tastes amazing but is also replete with healthful properties.
