Today is Day 4 of Navaratri. This is dedicated to the fourth avatar of Goddess Durga - Kushmanda. She is believed to be the creator of the Universe. The name of the Goddess is a combo of three words — Ku means 'little', Ushma means 'warmth or energy' and Anda means 'egg'. It signifies the one who created this universe as a 'little cosmic egg'. She is supposed to be so powerful that she glows like the sun.
It is believed that worshiping this Goddess will bring fortune, luck & positivity.
That's a small story on the significance of Day 4 in Navaratri. Coming to the food, in frame is the Butter Beans Sundal (Mochai Sundal) that I offered as prasadam to Goddess today.
🌱 Butter beans have lot of health benefits. It is a good source of anti-oxidants, helps to reduce cholesterol & blood sugar.
Ingredients:
Butter Beans 1 cup
Asafoetida pinch
Salt to taste
Oil
To grind:
Coriander leaves little
Green Chilli 1
Grated Coconut 1 or 2 tbsp
To temper:
Mustard Seeds
Method:
1. Soak butter beans overnight. Pressure cook them for 4 whistles.
2. Grind the ingredients given under "To grind". Keep them aside.
3. Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds. When they splutter, add the cooked butter beans.
4. Add salt, asafoetida & saute well for another minute.
5. Add the ground mixture (step 2)
6. Mix well and switch off the flame.