The 7th day of
Navratri is dedicated to Maa Kalratri, the 7th Avtar of Maa Durga. Here, Kaal means time and death and Kaalratri means the One who is the Death of Kaal. Maa Kalratri destroys ignorance and brings light into the dark. Well, this form also depicts the dark side – the super power that creates havoc and removes all things bad and dirty. But to Her devotees, She brings calmness and courage.
# Tahiri
Ingredients1 cup basmati rice
2 cups water
1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar (or to taste)
2 cardamoms
few strands of saffron
1/2 dry fruits (Almonds, Pista and Raisins)
shahi jeera for garnish
few drops of food color (Orange or yellow)
1.5 tbsp ghee
Method* Boil the water.
* Add the rice, cook on medium high till water reduces to about 2/3.
* Reduce heat, add sugar, ghee, cardamom, saffron.
* Cover and cook till rice is cooked completely.
* Add food color, mix well.
* Fry the dry fruits in some ghee, add them to the rice.
* Garnish with shahi jeera
* Serve with Bhee Aloo (Lotus Stem and Aloo Gravy) and boondi raita.