India represents a plethora of regional cuisines that consists of a variety of delicacies to savour upon. Be it a spicy curry from Chettinad cuisine of Tamil Nadu or simple sarson ka saag from Punjab, one can find all varieties in the Indian food platter. Not only this, every cuisine of the country also has a plenty of options for all kinds taste bud. Particularly talking about Konkani food that is highly influenced by the food of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka, it is known for its irresistible seafood recipes.
Mainly comprising of coconut and local spices, rachaedo mackerel fry, prawn balchao and shark ambotic are some popular seafood dishes of the cuisine. Konkan is a heaven for all seafood lovers. Talking about the vegetarian delicacies, sol kadhi is the most popular recipe of Konkan belt. Made with kokum and coconut milk, it is a mildly-spiced drink that is relished at the end of a meal. But have you tried these delicious Indian dishes?
Here are five vegetarian dishes from Konkan belt that can steal your heart.
1. Patholi
The word patholi in Konkani means steamed pudding or dumplings and this delicacy is a kind of thin-rice pancake that is stuffed with desiccated coconut and steamed in turmeric leaves. Specially prepared during monsoon festivals, this Konkani dish is topped generously with ghee that gives it an irresistible aroma and flavour.
2. Adsara Polo
It is a traditional pancake, that is made with rice and coconut as main ingredients. This Konkani delight is very easy to prepare and is mostly indulged as breakfast in the region. Just prepare a batter of soaked rice flour and coconut along with salt and mild spices and cook it like dosa on a tawa. It is usually served with coconut chutney.
3. Taro Curry
This root vegetable made in Konkan-style along with local spices is a treat that cannot be missed. It just takes half an hour to prepare but tastes heavenly. Made with the flavour of curry leaves, mustard seeds and fresh coconut, this curry is perfect for lunch as well as dinner.
4. Sannas
These ae spongy and savoury steamed rice dumplings that are traditionally fermented with toddy. Being similar to idli, the batter of Konkani treat comprises of rice, coconut, salt, sugar and toddy. Mostly paired with some vindaloo, it can be savoured as snacks as well.
5. Dalitoy
This Konkani style dal is a staple among the local community. Made with the flavour of green chillies and asafoetida, it barely takes half an hour to prepare. This simple yet delicious dal is best paired with steamed rice along with some spicy curry.
These vegetarian delights truly deserve a place in our meal as they not only satiate our palate but also easy to cook in our kitchen.
