5 Maharashtrian Sea Food Recipes That Will Make You Drool 2024
- Sushmita Sengupta
- February 20, 2022
From premium fine dining destinations to the bustling Khau Gallis, Mumbai is lined with delicious food that’ll force you to sit back and take notice. And that is the case with the entire Maharashtra, the cuisine differs from region to region, depending upon the topography, climatic conditions and local culture. You would like to think that the authentic Maharashtrian fare, comprises the standard Pav Bhaji, Misal Pav, Aamti, Sabudana Khichdi and Sheera, but Maharashtra’s close proximity to the Arabian sea has also contributed to the state’s deliciously rich sea food fare. Here are some delish sea food offerings from the state of Maharashtra
Rava Masala Bombil Fry
A lot of you may know that the common name for Bombil is Bombay Duck. However, Bombil is very much a fish and a very soft one at that. In Maharashtra, one of the most beloved Bombil preparations is Rava Masala Bombil fry, in which the bombil fish is marinated and rubbed in semolina before it is fried in hot oil.
Fish Koliwada
A delicious Konkani recipe replete with hot spices. In this fish fry recipe, fish is marinated in thick batter and then fried. You can serve it with rice and any gravy item. It will definitely help enliven the fare.
Bangdyachi Uddamethi
This classic preparation comprises Mackarel or Bangda fish which is cooked in a coconut-onion based gravy which is also flavoured with urad dal and fenugreek seeds.
Malvani Fish Curry
This fantastic Malvani fish curry made with Malvani masala is one of the hottest and smoothest curries you will ever have. The earthy undertones, make it all the more tempting.