Fada Lapsi

Introduction
Fada Lapsi is a wholesome sweet dish made from broken wheat, jaggery, and ghee, commonly offered in Jain temples and during auspicious occasions like Diwali and pujas.

1. Cooking the Base
   Ingredients:

• ½ cup broken wheat (dalia/fada)
  
• 2 tbsp ghee
  
• 2 cups hot water
  

Instructions:

• Roast fada in ghee until golden.
  
• Add hot water and cook till soft.
  

2. Adding Sweetness
   Ingredients:

• ½ cup jaggery
  
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
  
• 1 tbsp chopped nuts
  

Instructions:

• Mix jaggery into cooked wheat and simmer.
  
• Add cardamom and garnish with nuts.
  

Pro Tips

• Use a thick-bottomed pan to prevent sticking.
  
• Adjust jaggery based on sweetness preference.
  

Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot during morning puja rituals.
  

Fun Fact
It’s traditionally prepared during Satyanarayan pujas and Jain Parushan festivals.