How To Make Feni For Sargi: The Sweet Start To Karwa Chauth

By: Payal

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Start Karwa Chauth on a sweet note with this traditional feni recipe for sargi. Made with milk, saffron, and dry fruits, it is light, rich, and perfect for the pre-dawn meal.

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Before the fast begins, kitchens fill with the aroma of feni simmering in milk. It is more than a dish — it is the quiet comfort that starts every Karwa Chauth morning.

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What Makes Feni Special

Sargi is the pre-dawn meal that helps sustain the fast. Feni, light yet rich, is the star of the plate. It keeps you full, warm, and comforted before the day-long ritual begins.

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Ingredients You Will Need

½ cup feni
2 glasses of full-fat milk
½ tsp saffron (kesar)
Sugar to taste
1 tbsp dry fruits: cashews, almonds, raisins, walnuts

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 1: Saute The Feni

Add ghee to a pan and roast the feni until it turns light golden and aromatic. Set aside. This step gives it that signature nutty flavour.

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2: Soak The Saffron

In two tablespoons of warm milk, soak saffron strands. This infuses a rich colour and aroma into the dish.

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3: Roast The Dry Fruits

In the same pan, add more ghee and roast dry fruits. Set them aside for later. The crunch balances the creamy texture of feni.

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4: Boil The Milk

Pour milk into the pan and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes. Stir gently until it thickens slightly and smells sweet.

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5: Add Sugar And Saffron Milk

Add sugar and the saffron milk. Stir slowly so the flavour spreads evenly through the thickened milk.

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6: Add Feni And Garnish

Mix in the roasted feni. Turn off the heat once it blends smoothly. Garnish with roasted dry fruits before serving.

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Energy Foods For Karwa Chauth

Stay hydrated with coconut water, fruits, yoghurt, and roasted dry fruits. These help maintain energy through the fast.

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