From fasting to feasting: 5 fab recipes to break your Karwa Chauth fast this year

The festive season in India is coming in hot, and we’re hopping from one celebration to another! With Durga Puja and Navratri behind us, it's time to gear up for Karwa Chauth—the next big festival on the calendar! This one’s all about love, commitment, and a sprinkle of glam as married women prepare for a day-long fast for their better halves. Mark your calendars, because this year, Karwa Chauth is on October 20, 2024!??

Falling on Krishna Paksha Chaturthi (the fourth day after the full moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik, Karwa Chauth (aka Karak Chaturthi) has wives fasting from sunrise to moonrise—yes, no food or even water—until they spot that shining orb in the sky!??

Here’s the cosmic lowdown:??

- Puja Time: 5:46 PM to 7:02 PM??

- Fasting Time: 6:25 AM to 7:54 PM (Yup, 13 hours and 29 minutes of dedication!)??

- Moonrise: 7:54 PM, when the magic happens.??

Now, we know fasting is no joke, but what’s a festival without an epic feast to break it with? Here are five fab recipes to serve some serious post-fast vibes:??

Kachori??

These deep-fried beauties are a must-have for any festive table! Stuff them with spiced dal, and you’re golden. Perfect crunch with every bite!?

Aloo Curry??

Potato lovers, unite! Whether you’re into a dry aloo, a tangy dum aloo, or a classic curry, this dish is the ultimate comfort food to fuel your celebrations.??

Paneer Makhani??

Paneer on Karwa Chauth? Yes, please! Make it more challenging, and go for a no-onion, no-garlic version of Paneer Makhani, with rich tomato and cashew gravy, is as indulgent as it gets.

Poori??

Nothing says festive like a plate of piping-hot pooris. Made with wheat flour and semolina, fried to crispy, golden perfection. Pair with anything, and it’s a win!??

Halwa??

End the day on a sweet note with this classic dessert. Semolina, ghee, sugar, and cardamom come together in this halwa to make breaking your fast extra special.

So there you have it, the ultimate guide to slaying Karwa Chauth 2024! Whether you're fasting or just here for the food, it’s a day to celebrate, indulge, and feel all the festive vibes. Happy Karwa Chauth, fam!