Ganesh Chaturthi: Bhogs to prepare this Ganesh Utsav

It is that time of the year when big pandals are erected and grand idols of Ganesha are installed while people gear up to welcome 'Bappa' into their homes, during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. As no festival is complete without scrumptious food and delectable sweets, for Ganesh Chaturthi, devotees prepare a variety of lip-smacking delicacies to offer to the benevolent God.

Modak: Given the fondness of Ganesh for modaks, this is no surprise. It is the most popular delicacy that is offered to him across regions. Made from flour, jaggery and coconut, modaks are available at every sweet shop and one can buy varieties of these humble dumplings. Credit: Getty Images

Sheera: This is another common offering that is prepared to please God on this festival. Made from semolina and sugar, it is typically prepared in two flavours-banana and pineapple. Credit: Getty Images

Puran Poli: A traditional Maharashtrian dish, Puran poli is flat bread studded with lentils and jaggery which is commonly offered to the God in the state. Credit: Getty Images

Motichoor Laddoo: Another favourite sweet dish of Ganesh, Mothichoor Laddoo is a popular offering with many shops stocking the delicious sweet. Credit: Getty Images

Shrikhand Puri: The delectable combo consists of crispy puri made from refined flour and a sweet dish prepared from strained yoghurt topped with nuts. Credit: Instagram/rujuta.diwekar

Sabudana Vada: The festive treat is a deep-fried snack prepared with sabudana and potatoes along with spices and roasted peanuts. Credit: Getty Images

Payasam: Another south Indian delicacy, payasam is a kheer made from rice or vermicelli cooked in milk, jaggery, and coconut and garnished with lots of dry fruits. This traditional sweet is a hit among devotees from the southern part of India. Credit: Getty Images