Traditional Maharashtrian Foods Including Puran Poli Offered During Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi in Maharashtra features a variety of traditional foods offered to Lord Ganesha beyond the popular ukadiche modak. These include sweets like puran poli, shrikhand, karanji, and ladoos, as well as savory dishes such as varan-bhaat, aamti, and bharli vangi. The puran poli, a sweet flatbread stuffed with chana dal and jaggery, has historical roots dating back to the 12th century and is considered a festive favorite alongside modaks during the celebrations.
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