Ganesh Chaturthi has begun and people are in a celebratory mood. Ganpati festival comes along a lot of festivities and food is an integral part of the festivities. While Modak, the Indian sweet is popularly made during the festival, many other sweets are also made during the observance. Shrikhand, a sweet dish made from strained yoghurt is also popular during the festivities. It is largely made in the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra. And during Ganeshotsav, we bring to you the recipe so that you can relish the sweet dish with your friends and family. The dessert is also served as prasad to people to come to visit Ganpati at homes and at pandals. Ganesh Chaturthi 2019 Healthy Sweet Recipes: From Sugar-Free Modaks to Diabetes-Friendly Shrikhand, Desserts Even Diabetics Can Enjoy.

Shrikhand is an old Indian sweet dish and also has references in the Sanskrit literature where it is known as "Shikhrini". It is said to have been originated in ancient India, around 400 B.C.E. It is made in most Indian homes and is eaten with roti and Indian bread. People prefer eating it as a standalone sweet dish also. The recipe of Shrikhand is quite simple and can be easily prepared at home. While plain Shrikhand tastes delicious, you can also add various flavours. Some of the loved flavours include mango, orange, cardamom, almond, pistachios and saffron. You can also top it with chunky nuts and raisins.

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Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of the Hindu God Ganesha. The festival began on September and will continue till September 13. It is observed every year on the fourth day of the waxing moon period, also known as Shukla Chaturthi in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada. While Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with great pomp and fervour across the country, the observance calls for large scale celebrations in Maharashtra. Cities of Mumbai and Pune dresses up in varying colours welcome their favourite God as pandals pop up in every nook and corner.

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