Indian Cuisines: West Bengal

Bengali cuisine goes back to the time of Mughal and British era that influenced the culinary culture of West Bengal. The popular street foods of Kolkata are not just a local favourite but have also made their way on to the global food map.

Fish cutlet are flat and oval patties made from ground fish coated with breadcrumbs and fried until golden brown.Food journey in Kolkata is incomplete without crispy fish cutlet that is usually served with ketchup, chilli sauce, and pudina chutney.

Ghugni is made from dried peas, this delicious and savoury street snack is immensely popular in Kolkata. The dish consists of peas cooked along with a range of vegetables , spices and is served in little bowls.

Jhal Muri is a savoury street snack made of puffed rice mixed with a variety of ingredients including onions and chilli. The mixture is served on little paper pouches by street food vendors.

Kathi Rolls are cooked/charred meat chunks/vegetables with onion slices and chilies were stuffed inside a rolled paratha. It is enjoyed by vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.

Phuchka is the bengali name of pani puri or golgappa. It is soft semolina balls stuffed with chickpeas, potatoes,tamarind chutney and spicy jaljeera water. Phuchka seller can be found on almost every street.

Telebhaja are smoking hot delights that are made with besan batter, eggplant, onions and potatoes and are best served with masala tea.Telebhaja also refers to pakoras deep fried in oil.

By |October 2nd, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Uttar Pradesh

The nerves to the heart of the person go through its stomach. If you actually want to impress someone, the best option is to provide them with amazing food. When we talk about food Uttar Pradesh is no less as it has some amazing food trails which are just mouth-watering.

Bati Chokha is dish most liked in the area of eastern Uttar Pradesh. It is an authentic dish comprising of a wheat baati and chokha made of mashed potatoes, brinjal, and tomatoes. It is paired with desi ghee, green chutney, and chaat masala. The baatis are baked in mud ovens which give it a unique aroma and taste.

Bedhai is a famous dish in the areas of Agra, Firozabad, and Mathura. The crispy, deep-fried wheat chapatis (puri), with spicy curry based potato sabzi. It’s the favorite lip smacking breakfast choice. Trip to Agra will not be complete without visiting Taj Mahal and tasting Bedhai.

Gujiya is a sweet deep-fried dumplings made with suji (semolina) or maida (all purpose flour) and stuffed with a mixture of sweetened khoya (also called mawa) and dried fruits.

Kabab Paratha Roll , dish of the royals is another fantasy of street foods in Uttar Pradesh. It can easily be found in almost all streets of Uttar Pradesh. It is a favorite evening snack of the youths. The veg or non-veg kebabs are rolled in a paratha with green chutney and sliced onion.

Malpua is a pancake served either as a dessert or a snack originating from the Indian subcontinent. The batter for malpua is prepared by flour and water or milk. The mixture delicately seasoned with cardamoms. It is deep fried in oil.

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By |September 29th, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Uttarakhand

From Arsa to Jhangore ki kheer, the street food in Uttarakhand has got everything that’s mouth-watering and lip-smacking. The cuisine of the state is meticulously chosen to not only offer delight the taste buds but also to make the most of the resources available.

Arsa is a sweet delicacy that is prepared on special occasions like marriages and festivals. It is considered to be one of the favourite foods for the people in Uttaranchal. It is prepared with jaggery, rice and mustard oil.

Gulgula is highly popular among tourists and visitors.Gulgula is a sweet local snack made of jaggery which traces its origin to the Garhwal region. Gulgula has now found its place in the delicious desserts in many parts of Northern India.

Jhangore ki Kheer is a scrumptious dessert is popular in Garhwal Region of Uttarakhand. The dish is prepared by using a kind of millet called Jhangore that is cooked and garnished with a number of dry fruits to give that rich texture.

Phaanu is made of dals, the dals are soaked in water for about 4 to 6 hours before its use. A different variety of dals like Gahat, Arhar or green Mung are used to prepare Phaanu.

Singori is an Indian sweet made with Khoya and wrapped in maalu leaf. It is traditionally made with khoya wrapped in the form of a cone with Maalu leaves. It is available exclusively in the kumaon region of Uttarakhand.

By |September 26th, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Tripura

The Tripuris are essentially non-vegetarians and hence the main courses are mainly prepared using meat, but with the addition of vegetables. A common Tripura platter would include items like rice, pulses, vegetables, fish, meat and chutney.The most interesting thing about a typical Tripuri platter is the absence of oil and the generous use of herbs.

Chakhwi is stir fried chopped bamboo shoots and sliced pork. It has the perfect amount of smokiness and lusciousness.Other ingredients are green papaya, green chillies, ginger paste, turmeric powder and fresh lime leaves.

Wahan Mosdeng is a very popular Tripuri food made of chilies. Mosdeng is a side dish prepared by grinding fresh roasted chilies, salt, and a roasted small, dry, and oil-pastel fish called berma.

Kasoi Mwkhwi is basically a bean and fish dish. Chopped onions, green beans and a few pieces of tofu make this a true Tripurian delicacy. Tripurians use the famous khundrupui leaves to add the extended flavour to their delicacy.

Muitru is made from bamboo shoots by cutting in pieces the tender part of the shoot. The other main ingredients of the dish are berma, green chili and garlic.

By |September 23rd, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Telangana

There’s something special about the tempting aroma of street food in Telangana that tickles the taste buds of tourists and natives alike. Rich in chillies, Telangana offers the best od non-veg dishes in India.

Chicken 65 is a spicy deep-fried delicacy eaten as quick snack. The main ingredient is red chillies and chicken but the exact ingredients vary from place to place. It is usually served with onion and garnished with lemon.

Double ka Meetha is the Hyderabadi version of Shahi Tukda. The bread slices soaked in saffron and cardamom infused milk to make it a sweet rich dessert. It is also known as ‘Double Roti’ because it usually swells up to double of its original size.

Lukhmi is an oddly shaped yet scrumptious samosa is the most popular starter served at every Hyderabadi weddings and festivals. It is filled with spice infused minced lamb meat which is tangy and covered with an outer crispy layer and is a must try for any non-vegetarian.

Phirni is a rice pudding made by boiling milk and sugar with rice. It is flavoured with cardamom, raisins, saffron, cashews, almonds or other dry fruits . It is typically served after a meal as a dessert.

Qubani ka Meetha is made using dried apricots and is topped with blanched almonds or apricot kernels and is traditionally garnished with malai (extra thick cream). It is a common feature at weddings and festivities. Apricot is the main ingredient and other ingredients are Kewra or gulab jal, Blanched almonds.

By |September 20th, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu is popular for offering mouth-watering food. Tamilian cuisine is famous throughout the nation. Idli sambhar and dosa in particular have become staple dishes for numerous street food vendors. However, it is interesting that the flourishing street food scene of Tamil Nadu is not just occupied by idli and dosa.

Bajji is a spicy snack similar to a fritter, originating from the Indian subcontinent with several variants. It is made by dipping veggies in a batter of gram flour and spices. The most famous bajji in Tamil Nadu is the Mirchi Bhajji and the raw banana Bajji.

Bonda or Aloo bonda are gram flour balls stuffed with potatoes and species and deep fried. The spicier version of Bonda is quite popular in Tamil Nadu. It is served with coconut chutney and has different versions available.

Murukku means twisted in Tamil.Murukku is made of rice flour and Urad dal powder which is then kneaded into dough and then twisted and fried. It’s super crunchy and is eaten with evening tea.

Poori Sabji is one of India’s favourite breakfasts’. It is made with wheat flour and cumin seeds. The Sabji / Bhajji are made with potatoes, tomatoes and all the other common condiments. Other accompaniments can be halwa, korma, dahi, salad.

Sundal is a south Indian stir fried dish made with white chickpeas.Sundal is basically a dry legume -lentil preparation spiced, tempered along with grated coconut. They are a beach favourite and are served in newspaper cones.

By |September 17th, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Sikkim

Sikkim is the pure amalgam of the colourful culture and lip-smacking food. The food of Sikkim is something that will amaze you with its simplicity yet relishing flavours. The food of Sikkim is a rich mixture of native Sikkimese food, Tibetan and Nepalese. The blend of the three cultures is very soothing on the taste buds and leaves you craving for more.

Gundruk Soup is made of leaves of the radish, cauliflower Mustard oil adds the taste to the dish. The leaves dried and cooked with spices and tomato sauce. The tap roots are the main ingredient of Sinki. Fermentation is the process carried out during the preparation of Sinki, and it gives the sour taste.

Phagshapa is made from pork fat . The radishes and red chili accompany pork fat. The pork strips are cooked separately, and it gets stewed with the radishes. The spiciness of the dish is because of the usage of the red chili.

Sel Roti is a traditional handmade, round shaped sweet bread. The bread is generally prepared during the important festivals in the State, which is then exchanged among each other as a token of love to celebrate the festivals.

Sha Phaley are semi-circle fried bread which are stuffed with a variety of meats, like chicken,pork and beef. The stuffings inside is meat mixed with onion and cabbage which makes this fried item a popular dish in Sikkim.One can also find the dish stuffed with tofu and cheese.

By |September 14th, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Rajasthan

Rajasthan is truly a kaleidoscope of bright colours. Along with heritage, culture, bustling bazaars and magnificent palaces & forts of Rajasthan, one of the major attractions is the rich cuisine of Rajasthan. From tangy veggie curries & spicy meats to yummy desserts, the food of Rajasthan is for all.

Dal Bati Churma is one of the well known Rajasthani dishes.It consists of lentils and hard wheat balls. It has become synonymous with the traditional Rajastani cuisine.

Ghevar is a disc shaped sweet is prepared with ghee, flour, paneer and sugar syrup. It comes in various varieties like Malai Ghevar, Mava Ghevar and Plain Ghevar,etc.No Rajasthani ceremony is complete without this Ghevar.

Mirchi Bava (vada) or chilli fritters is chilli stuffed with potatoes and spices.This deep fried snack is a little spicy but is absolutely delectable.Its a no miss when in Rajasthan.

Moong Dal ke Pakora (yellow lentils fritter) is a perfect tea-time snack. They are often served with masala chai.These deep fried Moong dal crispies are best enjoyed with spicy mint chutney. The chutneyis gives the perfect amount of heat.

Onion or Pyaaz Kachori is filled with onion and species and is usually served with Kadhi.It can also be enjoyed with sweet and sour tamarind chutney or with refreshing mint chutney.

By |September 11th, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Punjab

Punjabi Cuisine is one of the most popular Indian cuisines and comes from the region of Punjab situated partially in India and Pakistan. Punjab offers a vast variety of delectable and exotic vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes that are prepared with varied traditional culinary styles, particularly the tandoori style.

Aloo Tikki is a fried crunchy dish stuffed with potatoes,peas and species.Tikki is a synonym of croquette and the chat is served with tamarind and coriander-mint sauce.

Amritsari Kulcha are flattened out dough stuffed with potatoes and cauliflower amongst other vegetables. It has a very crispy and crunchy sound. Best found near The Golden Temple and served with raita,chhole,salad.

A well known dish to every Indian and British , Chicken Tikka Masala is a dish of chunks of roasted marinated chicken in a spiced curry sauce.It is claimed to have been originated in Glasgow and a must try for all the visitors to Punjab.

Amritsari Fish is best enjoyed with cold Lassi.The secret lies in a handful of ingredients like ajwain and besan and the best fish that one must use ;either Sole or Singara.

Chhole Bhature is a combination of chana masala (spicy white chickpeas) and bhatura, fried bread made from maida flour (soft wheat).Chhole bhature is often eaten as a breakfast dish, sometimes accompanied with lassi.

By |September 8th, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|

Indian Cuisines: Odisha

Odisha’s delicacies have an inviting appeal in their taste. The state has always been a fertile ground for many ethnic dishes that have served as the base for several other delicacies across India. Odisha offers a plethora of mouth-watering dishes.

Besara is a dish is a mixture of potato, pumpkin, banana and papaya. The mustard seeds, cumin seeds, garlic and dry chilli make it more flavoury. The dish is garnished with coriander leaves.

Dalma is made with roasted moong dal without any onion or garlic.Common veggies include pumpkin, plantain and papaya. Mostly eaten with rice, this finger-licking meal will more than satiate the appetite.

Gupchup is nothing but Golgappa or Pani Puri .This authentic dish is almost served in the same manner across the country but surprisingly tastes different everywhere. In Odisha, one can find a tangier and spicy version of it which is sure to tickle the taste buds. And mind it before putting it inside your mouth, they are huge.

Macha Ghanta is specially with fish head, vegetables and lentils which make it healthy. They are commonly eaten at weddings and is a very traditional Oriya dish.

Rasabali is a sweet dish garnished with cardamoms and soaked in thick flavoured milk. Served in Lord Jagannath temple as a part of chappana bhogas, this delicacy trace its origin from Kendrapara district of Odisha.

By |September 5th, 2019|Travel|0 Comments|