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Food plays a central role in Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Offerings, known as bhog, are made to Lord Ganesha as a mark of devotion. From sweets to savouries, each dish holds cultural and festive meaning.
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Modak is the most iconic sweet of Ganesh Chaturthi. It has a coconut and jaggery filling with a soft rice flour shell. It is believed to be Lord Ganesha's favourite offering during the festival.
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Motichoor Ladoo is widely prepared for the celebrations. Small boondi made from gram flour are fried, soaked in sugar syrup, and mixed with ghee to create these festive ladoos.
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Sooji Halwa, also called sheera, is a comfort sweet often made during pujas. Semolina is roasted in ghee, flavoured with cardamom powder, and cooked in sugar syrup until soft and aromatic.
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This traditional flatbread is stuffed with sweetened gram dal and jaggery. Puran Poli is a festive staple across Maharashtra and Gujarat, and is commonly prepared during Ganesh Chaturthi.
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Malpua is a deep-fried pancake-like treat enjoyed in many Indian homes. It is made with maida, khoya, sugar, and spices, then served warm, often with rabri for a richer touch.
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Bhog is usually prepared in the morning and offered after the Ganesh Chaturthi puja. Many families also prepare fresh offerings each day for the duration of the festival.
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