Monsoon Special: 8 Popular Comfort Foods From Maharashtra Perfect For Rainy Days
Maharashtrian Food: Monsoon has begun in many parts of India. People around the country are saying goodbye to sunny days and anticipating cool and cloudy times ahead. As soon as the rain starts, most of us find ourselves craving specific dishes. Each person has their own preferences for comfort foods. But there's no denying the satisfaction that only specific traditional flavours and textures can provide. If you're in the mood to try Maharashtrian food this season, here are some popular delights you will love:
Here Are 8 Popular Maharashtrian Comfort Foods For The Rainy Season:
1. Vada Pav
One of the most famous Maharashtrian snacks of all time, vada pav is a must-have on rainy days. It's fried, spicy and hot - which is the perfect way to beat monsoon blues. Since it's advisable to avoid street food this season, why not try recreating it at home? Click here for tried-and-tested cooking tips and an easy recipe for vada pav.
2. Misal Pav
This is another spicy Maharashtrian dish with pav that you must try. It is made by mixing rassa (a fiery curry-like base) with beans, onions and crunchy farsan. Talk about a texture treat! You can easily customise the spice levels to your liking. Here's the full recipe for misal pav.
3. Kanda Batata Poha
One of the best parts about poha? It is perfect for any season. So, on days when you're irritated because the weather can't seem to make up its mind whether to be rainy, sunny or simply horribly humid, take comfort in a fresh plate of Maharashtrian-style kanda batata poha. Click here for the recipe.
Also Read: Food Getting Spoiled In Monsoon? Here Are Quick Tips To Keep Moisture At Bay
4. Kanda Bhaji
Maharashtrian Food: Kanda bhaji is a crisp fried snack loved by many. Photo Credit: iStock
Do you tend to crave pakoras and chai on rainy days? In Maharashtra, the pakora-like delicacy that is beloved in monsoon is kanda bhaji. It is similar to an onion (pyaaz) pakora. The sliced onions are covered in a besan batter before being deep-fried. The result is an irresistibly crisp and yummy snack. Read the recipe here.
5. Alu Wadi
Another type of fried Maharashtrian-style snack to enjoy in monsoon is Alu Wadi (also known as patra or patrode). It is also popular in Gujarat. This traditional delicacy is made using colocasia leaves and besan. It has a distinctive spiral and layered shape. Click here for the step-by-step recipe for alu wadi.
6. Pithla Bhaji Bhakri
Want a Maharashtrian comfort food combo for a wholesome lunch or dinner? Then it's time to try Pithla Bhaji Bhakri. Pithla refers to a thick gravy-like preparation made using besan. Bhakri is a healthy flatbread that can be made using a millet like jowar or a combination of grains. Here's a recipe video for pithla.
Also Read: 10 Healthy Maharashtrian Recipes For A Wholesome Traditional Meal
7. Malvani Chicken Curry
In the mood for coastal flavours but staying away from seafood? Malvani-style chicken curry will come to your rescue. It has a rich aroma derived from coconut and different types of spices. Find the complete recipe for one version of this curry here. For a traditional pairing, savour this chicken curry with wade, steamed rice or soft chapatis.
8. Kala Mutton Curry
Also sometimes called Kala Mutton Rassa, this curry is renowned for its spicy taste and distinctive dark colour ("kala" means black). It is especially well-known in regions like Kolhapur, Solapur and Satara in Maharashtra. This dish requires slow cooking, which allows the rich flavours to develop and the meat to become extra tender. Various spices are used in this dish. Here's the full recipe.
Also Read: 8 Maharashtrian Desserts That Are Too Yummy To Miss (Easy Recipes Inside)
Want to explore other Maharashtrian recipes for your next meal? Click here to find some must-try traditional rice recipes.
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