Sakharechya Gathi Recipe for Gudi Padwa

Sakharechya Gathi Recipe for Gudi Padwa

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Sakharechya Gathi (ą¤øाą¤–ą¤°ेą¤š्ą¤Æा ą¤—ाą¤ ी) is a traditional Maharashtrian sweet prepared especially for Gudi Padwa. These sugar-coated knots are offered to the Gudi and later distributed as prasad.

Sakharechya Gathi Recipe:

Ingredients: 
  • 1 cup sugar 
  • ½ cup water 
  • 1 tsp ghee 
  • ¼ tsp cardamom powder 
  • Few drops of edible food color (optional) 
  • Cotton thread or thin twine 
Method:

1. Prepare the Thread Knots: 
  • Tie small knots or loops in the thread (optional) to help the sugar syrup stick. 
2. Make the Sugar Syrup: 
  • In a pan, add sugar, water and ghee, then heat on medium flame. 
  • Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • Let the syrup reach a thick consistency (almost 2-string consistency). 
  • Add cardamom powder and food color (if using). 
3. Coating the Thread: 
  • Add thick sugar syrup on thread one by one 8-9 times.
  • Let the sugar syrup coat the threads properly. 
  • Hang them on a rod or keep them on a greased plate to dry. 
4. Drying & Storing: 
  • Allow the Gathi to dry completely for a few hours or overnight. 
  • Once dried, store them in an airtight container. 

Watch how to make Sakharechya Gathi Recipe for Gudi Padwa:


How to Use: 
  • Hang them on the Gudi as an offering. 
  • Distribute as prasad among family and friends. 

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Enjoy your Gudi Padwa with these traditional sweet delights! 

Happy Gudi Padwa!

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