It is said that in India, every 200km one can find a variety in terms of dialects, food habits, local specialities etc. These diversities are broadly classified into different states and their diverse cultures.
If you travel to a different state, you will often find their local special food items. But how and why do these dishes become particular to that particular state and not any other? The logic is simple, special dishes of different states are defined by the ingredients locally available in that particular region.
When these ingredients are available in abundance in that state, naturally they will be used widely and become popular locally and thereby be defined as their local speciality. Whether you travel to a different state or not, we have compiled some delectable signature dishes of different states, prepared using ingredients that are locally found in that region.
1. Bengali Doi Maach
Maach or freshwater fish are abundantly found in the numerous lakes in Bengal. Naturally, this local ingredient has been created to perfection. You have to try this outstanding fish recipe prepared using freshwater fish and curd.
2. Jharkhand’s Dhuska
Dhuska is a deep-fried poori or fritter of sorts that is locally prepared in Jharkhand. It is a snack that is loved by one and all. Not very popular in mainstream cuisines, this recipe is a refreshing change as compared to the common samosa or kachoris.
3. Pulihora from Andhra Pradesh
Pulihora is a traditional rice recipe from Andhra Pradesh. This rice recipe is very commonly prepared and relished across the state. Yet, this recipe often does not feature in many commercial eateries other than locals.
It is best prepared at home, and you must give this lip-smacking recipe a try.
4. Rajasthani Ker Sangri
Ker Sangri is an authentic dish from Rajasthan, as it is prepared using ingredients that are locally grown there.
Ker and Sangri are both dried beans and work well in the arid regions of Rajasthan where the availability of fresh produce is difficult. And yet this recipe has its own delicious local flavours that can be relished.
5. Goan Fish Curry
Goa being along the coastline has an abundance of sea-water fish along with coconut trees along the coastline. Obviously, the local delicacies will revolve around these regional ingredients.
Goan fish curry is not just popular but also extremely delicious, and paired best with rice which again is grown in large amounts in the region.
Pulihora from Andhra Pradesh
Goan fish curry from Goa
Bengali doi maach from Bengal