10 Vrat Friendly Indian Snacks to Keep Stocked During Navratri

Farali chiwda, farali khakhra, roasted makhana, rajgira chikki, nuts, dry fruits, and vrat-friendly potato snacks are convenient options. Always check packaged food ingredients because recipes differ between brands.

A practical pantry can include sabudana, makhana, rajgira or amaranth, kuttu atta, singhara atta, sendha namak, potatoes, peanuts, nuts, dates, coconut, and a couple of ready-to-eat farali snacks. You don't necessarily need all of them; choose ingredients that match the meals your household normally prepares.

Makhana is commonly eaten during Navratri fasts. One reason it is particularly convenient is its versatility: you can roast it for a savory snack or use it to prepare dishes such as makhana kheer.

Sendha namak, or rock salt, is commonly used in place of regular table salt during Navratri fasting.

Indian marketplaces such as ZiFiti can be useful when fasting ingredients aren't readily available at a nearby grocery store. Search for the actual ingredient or food you need, such as makhana, sabudana, rajgira, sendha namak, or farali snacks, and check the individual product label and delivery availability before ordering.