Simple recipe for Coconut and Dry Fruit Prasad that can be offered during Gauri Avahan

Here's a simple recipe for Coconut and Dry Fruit Prasad that can be offered during Gauri Avahan or other Hindu rituals.

Ingredients:

1 cup grated fresh coconut (or desiccated coconut)

1/2 cup mixed dry fruits (almonds, cashews, raisins, pistachios)

1/4 cup powdered jaggery or sugar (adjust to taste)

1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder

2 tablespoons chopped dates (optional)

Instructions:

Prepare Dry Fruits:

Chop dry fruits (almonds, cashews) into small pieces and set aside.

Prepare Coconut Mixture:

In the pan, add the grated coconut.

Add jaggery (or sugar).

Add Dry Fruits:

Add the chopped dry fruits and dates (if using) into the coconut-jaggery (sugar) mixture.

Add Flavoring:

Sprinkle cardamom powder and mix well.

Watch how to make Coconut and Dry Fruit Prasad recipe:

Serve:

Offer the coconut and dry fruit prasad to the deity during the puja. After the ritual, distribute it among family and friends.

This prasad is rich, flavorful, and easy to make, combining the sweetness of coconut and jaggery with the crunch of dry fruits.

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