Raksha Bandhan, also abbreviated to Rakhi, is celebrated on the full moon in the month of Sravana (July/August) in the lunar calendar. The word Raksha means protection, whilst Bandhan means to tie.
This festival celebrates the love of a brother for his sister. On this day, sisters tie rakhi on the wrists of their brothers to protect them against evil influences, and pray for their long life and happiness. They in turn, give a gift which is a promise that they will protect their sisters from any harm. Within these Rakhis reside sacred feelings and well wishes. This festival is mostly celebrated in North India.
The history of Rakshabandhan dates back to Hindu mythology. As per Hindu mythology, in Mahabharata, the great Indian epic, Draupadi, wife of the Pandavas had torn the corner of her sari to prevent Lord Krishna’s wrist from bleeding (he had inadvertently hurt himself). Thus, a bond, that of brother and sister developed between them, and he promised to protect her.
Rakhi Threads (Within these Rakhis reside the sacred feelings and well wishes) 😊
Precious Gifts 💝
- 4 cups Whole Milk
- 4-6 tbsps. Baked Vermicelli (or Sewai)
- 2 tbsps. Organic Cane Sugar
- 4-5 Saffron Threads
- 1-2 tbsps. Mixed Dry Fruits
- (almonds, raisins, pistachios, cashews)
- 1/4 tsp. Cardamom Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Rose Water
Place the milk in a heavy bottom pan on a low-medium heat. Bring the milk to rolling boil.
Add vermicelli, and saffron, nuts, cardamom powder, sugar, and keep stirring for 5 mins. on a low heat. Turn off the heat and put the pan away from the stove or keep stirring it occasionally, so that the milk doesn’t stick to the bottom.
Let it cool down a little bit, add rose water, give a gentle stir and serve into a bowl. Garnish with some dry fruits and it’s ready to eat!
Meethi Sewai (or Sweet Vermicelli) with vibrant strawberries 🍓 🍓
Note: Homemade Meethi Sewai or Sweet Vermicelli cooked in milk is a very easy, quick, and wholesome recipe to create at any auspicious occasion. Today, I have created it to celebrate the beautiful festival of RAKSHA BANDHAN 🎊
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole Milk
- 4-6 tbsps. Baked Vermicelli (or Sewai)
- 2 tbsps. Organic Cane Sugar
- 4-5 Saffron Threads
- 1-2 tbsps. Mixed Dry Fruits
- (almonds, raisins, pistachios, cashews)
- 1/4 tsp. Cardamom Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Rose Water
Instructions
Place the milk in a heavy bottom pan on a low-medium heat. Bring the milk to rolling boil.
Add vermicelli, and saffron, nuts, cardamom powder, sugar, and keep stirring for 5 mins. on a low heat. Turn off the heat and put the pan away from the stove or keep stirring it occasionally, so that the milk doesn’t stick to the bottom.
Let it cool down a little bit, add rose water, give a gentle stir and serve into a bowl. Garnish with some dry fruits and it’s ready to eat!
Meethi Sewai (or Sweet Vermicelli) with vibrant strawberries 🍓 🍓
Notes
Homemade Meethi Sewai or Sweet Vermicelli cooked in milk is a very easy, quick, and wholesome recipe to create at any auspicious occasion. Today, I have created it to celebrate the beautiful festival of RAKSHA BANDHAN 🎊