Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganeshotsav, is an upcoming auspicious Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Celebrated between August and September, during the holy month of Bhadrapada, Ganesh Chaturthi spans 10 days. This widely observed festival is especially prominent in states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Odisha, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh, where devotees fervently celebrate the birth of Lord Ganesha, seeking his blessings for wisdom and fresh starts.
This year, Ganesh Chaturthi will begin on Tuesday, September 19, and will conclude on September 28, 2023, with Ganesh Visarjan. During these special days, people flock to the pandals, dress up in new attire, and feast on great food. Many devotees even bring Bappa idols home and offer him bhog before sharing the sacred prasad with their family and friends.
So, this Ganesh Chaturthi, read and learn about the 10 different bhogs that you can offer to Lord Ganesha for 10 days.
Modak (Dumpling)
In Hindu mythology, Lord Ganesha is referred to as “Modakpriya” because he has a special fondness for this sweet dish. This delectable dessert, known as Modak, is traditionally served on the first day of Ganesh Chaturthi to welcome Lord Ganesha as he arrives. Modaks come in various styles and flavours, including Steamed Modak, Chocolate Modak, Pineapple Modak, Jaggery Modak, and more, making them a delightful treat during this auspicious festival.
Banana Sheera
One of the most popular offerings to Lord Ganesha is banana halwa or sheera. It is made using semolina, banana, milk, and cardamom for flavouring.
Payasam
Payasam is a form of kheer commonly prepared in South India. It is prepared for Bappa during Ganesh Chaturthi by cooking rice in milk and jaggery with crushed coconut and cardamom for added flavour.
Motichoor Ladoo
Lord Ganesha enjoys laddoos as well, thus you can present Motichoor Ladoos as bhog on one day.
Kheer
During every sacred/holy festival, the traditional Indian rice pudding, Kheer, is prepared and served to a god. Kheer is cooked from basmati rice, milk, sugar, almonds, saffron, and cardamom. It is topped with dry fruits to add extra flavour.
Shrikhand
Shrikhand is another traditional and simple dish served to Lord Ganesha. It’s thick and flavorful yoghurt with cardamom. It’s frequently served as part of a thali or alongside puris.
Puran Poli
Puran Poli is also another delicious Indian flatbread packed with chana dal and jaggery. It is typically served with plenty of ghee or butter.
Medu Vada
These delectable doughnut-like fritters are frequently served to Bappa as a bhog. They are primarily cooked in South India with black gramme lentils and spices.
Rava Pongal
Rava Pongal is a popular South Indian food. It’s made with rava (sooji) and moong dal, seasonal veggies, toasted cashews, and a dollop of ghee.
Satori
Satori is a sweet flatbread that is a favourite and customary bhog in Maharashtrian households. The luscious treat is created with khoya, poppy seeds, sugar, ghee, and milk.
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