This festival of Ganeshotsav dedicated to Lord Ganesha not only fosters unity and positivity in the environment but also fills the air with the enticing scents of traditional dishes being cooked in every home. Certainly, while Modak is undoubtedly Lord Ganesha's favourite sweet, the festival is also considered incomplete without a traditional homemade sweet known by various names in different regions, such as Karanji or Gujiya. If you offer different bhog or prasad to Lord Ganesha every day, you can definitely try your hand at making karanjis. Ganesh Chaturthi 2023: Transgender Community Offers Prayers at Pune’s Dagdusheth Halwai (Watch Video).

The shape of Karanji, resembling a half-moon or crescent, is sometimes associated with Hindu symbolism. The crescent moon is a symbol often linked to Lord Shiva, and its presence in Karanji can add spiritual depth to its preparation and consumption. And many families have their own traditional Karanji Mithai recipes that have been passed down through generations. These recipes are cherished and help preserve cultural heritage. 

Nevertheless, we are here with a straightforward yet easy recipe, allowing you to prepare this special offering in the comfort of your own home. But first, let us go through the ingredients needed. Ganesh Chaturthi: 51 Kg Modak Offered to Lord Ganesh in Bihar's Gaya.

Ingredients:  

  • For Making the Karanji

Gujiya filling

Dough

Oil for frying

  • For Dough

Refined flour 2 cups

Salt a pinch 

Ghee 4 tbsp 

Water ½ cup 

  • For Filling

Mawa 200 grams 

Ghee 2 tsp 

Rava 2 tbsp 

Ghee 1 tbsp 

Almonds 3 tbsp (chopped)  

Cashews 3 tbsp (chopped) 

Pistachio 3 tbsp (chopped) 

Chironji nuts (charoli) 2 tbsp 

Dry coconut (khopra) 25 grams (grated)  

Jaggery/sugar (powdered) 60 grams

Cardamom powder 1 tsp

Watch the Karanji/Gujiya Recipe:

Once you have made fresh karanjis, the storage is also very important to avoid them from getting spoilt. Find a cool, dry place where the air does not feel too humid. Put your Karanji in an airtight container there. This will keep them crispy and delicious for a long time. So, remember, good storage is not just a suggestion; it is the secret to keeping your Karanji taste amazing!

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