ODISHA.. The land of mouthwatering fares
Smitten I was and why shouldn't one be, after all land of temples is what Odisha is better known as. Temples soaked in architectural magnificence and historical tales attract scores of tourist to this place also known as the Goa of east. But for those carrying a travelers heart,it is hard to miss that Odisha is famous forfood and cuisines.
Its perhaps one of those places close to the sea where fresh water food is equally sought after. If you thought that temples are all about spirituality and nothing else, then Odisha is for sure going to toss that feeling off the park. Temples and the offerings therein cast a huge shadow on the local fares.
Here is an exhaustive list of treats for your taste buds:
1. Chenna podo
Cottage cheese has always been an inseparable part of dinning table. An experimental mixing of sugar and seasoning with Cheese in a small village centuries ago, followed by baking, resulted in one of the most looked for dessert of modern times. Centuries ahead, Chenna podo has become a recognized gem of Odia cuisine.
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2. Pakhala Bhata
Known by different names in different part of India, Pakhala Bhata is a common recipe on an Odia Table. Best suited for the intense heat experienced in this part of the world, Pakhala Bhata find itself godly even, when offered to gods. In Odisha, rice is synonymous with food and thus most of the dishes are essentially variants of rice, this being no different. Served in many forms as Basi Pakhala ( stale, rich in lactic acid and sleep inducing), Saja Pakhala (Fresh rice and water with lemon), Sugandhi Pakhla( offered to Lord Jagannath), Dahi Pakhala( with curd) and sweet Pakhala ( with oranges), this fare comes essentially with roasted Cumin seeds.
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3. Haldi Pitha
Also called as Enduri Pitha, it forms an essential part of celebrations like Prathamashtami and Guruparaba. Wrapped in turmeric leaf and stuffed with coconut and jaggery, it is a hard to forget deal for your taste buds.
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4. Dalma
A traditional dish of Odisha, it is a combo of Dal and Vegetables cooked to perfection with spices. When served with steamed rice, this dish takes you through one of the best culinary experiences you can ask for.
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5. Chakuli Pitha :
Made out of rice flour, white lentil and refined oil, Chakuli Pitha is an sought after dish for breakfast. Served along with Aloo Bhaja and Ghughuni, it is sure to be a feast for your taste buds.
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6. Tamatar chutney:
Another temple dish which made it to the list of famed dishes of Odisha, Tamatar chutney or Khatta, as is also known in the local dialect, is a must in almost all marriage functions. Made of tomato and dates, its bright red colour and taste is hard to forget.
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7. Aloo patal Rassa
Made of Potato and Pointed gourd, and served with decoration is a common and spicy fare of Odia plate.
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8. Dahi Macha
An unlikely combination of Curd and Fish, stands as an example of simplicity and delicacy of Odia cuisine. It is usually served with rice as a side dish after seasoning it liberally with turmeric, garlic and mustard oil.
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9. Badi chura
More of a side dish than a dish, Badi chura is made of Badi( Mangauri ) and is a favoured vaccation dish served with Pakhala Bhata. Its slightly crispy tinge and light spices is an experience worth devouring.
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10. Dahi bara Aloo Dum
Talk of street foods and one among them is Dahi Bara Aloo Dam, one which no Odia would have ever missed. Though Dahi Bara is common in India and so is Aloo Dam but the mix of these two is rare and that's exactly what makes it mouth watering. Along with roasted cumin seeds and chilli powder dusted on top, an extraordinary experience awaits you.
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11. Gupchup
Known by different names like Pani Puri Golgappa etc, Gupchup is no doubt a daily evening affair for most in Odisha. The tangy taste of imli Pani filled in crispy balls is enough to send your saliva running.
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12. Pahala Rasagula
Pahala, a small sleepy place in between Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, gifted Odisha its most sought after rasagula. With an aim to melt into your mouth sending the sugary syrup down to the gut, this sweet is bound to melt your heart. For the best experience, try hot rasagulas in the morning right from the kadai.
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13. Arisa Pitha
Traditional sweet pancake of Odisha made of rice and jaggery is known as Arisa Pitha. Its a hard to miss delicacy in festivities.
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14. Khasta khaja:
This folded sweet has made its way out to the national market long ago but still remains a fancy mouth savoury sweet, crispy and tasty, to say the least.
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Next time a visit to Odisha is planned, make sure that the above listed fares are included in your list along with the famous temples of the state. Though the trailing list runs long it still fails to cover all thats worth trying.
Its perhaps one of those places close to the sea where fresh water food is equally sought after. If you thought that temples are all about spirituality and nothing else, then Odisha is for sure going to toss that feeling off the park. Temples and the offerings therein cast a huge shadow on the local fares.
Here is an exhaustive list of treats for your taste buds:
1. Chenna podo
Cottage cheese has always been an inseparable part of dinning table. An experimental mixing of sugar and seasoning with Cheese in a small village centuries ago, followed by baking, resulted in one of the most looked for dessert of modern times. Centuries ahead, Chenna podo has become a recognized gem of Odia cuisine.
Image Credit : Google
Known by different names in different part of India, Pakhala Bhata is a common recipe on an Odia Table. Best suited for the intense heat experienced in this part of the world, Pakhala Bhata find itself godly even, when offered to gods. In Odisha, rice is synonymous with food and thus most of the dishes are essentially variants of rice, this being no different. Served in many forms as Basi Pakhala ( stale, rich in lactic acid and sleep inducing), Saja Pakhala (Fresh rice and water with lemon), Sugandhi Pakhla( offered to Lord Jagannath), Dahi Pakhala( with curd) and sweet Pakhala ( with oranges), this fare comes essentially with roasted Cumin seeds.
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Also called as Enduri Pitha, it forms an essential part of celebrations like Prathamashtami and Guruparaba. Wrapped in turmeric leaf and stuffed with coconut and jaggery, it is a hard to forget deal for your taste buds.
Image Credit : Google
4. Dalma
A traditional dish of Odisha, it is a combo of Dal and Vegetables cooked to perfection with spices. When served with steamed rice, this dish takes you through one of the best culinary experiences you can ask for.
Image Credit : Google
5. Chakuli Pitha :
Made out of rice flour, white lentil and refined oil, Chakuli Pitha is an sought after dish for breakfast. Served along with Aloo Bhaja and Ghughuni, it is sure to be a feast for your taste buds.
6. Tamatar chutney:
Another temple dish which made it to the list of famed dishes of Odisha, Tamatar chutney or Khatta, as is also known in the local dialect, is a must in almost all marriage functions. Made of tomato and dates, its bright red colour and taste is hard to forget.
Image Credit : Google
Made of Potato and Pointed gourd, and served with decoration is a common and spicy fare of Odia plate.
Image Credit : Google
8. Dahi Macha
An unlikely combination of Curd and Fish, stands as an example of simplicity and delicacy of Odia cuisine. It is usually served with rice as a side dish after seasoning it liberally with turmeric, garlic and mustard oil.
Image Credit : Google
More of a side dish than a dish, Badi chura is made of Badi( Mangauri ) and is a favoured vaccation dish served with Pakhala Bhata. Its slightly crispy tinge and light spices is an experience worth devouring.
Image Credit : Google
Talk of street foods and one among them is Dahi Bara Aloo Dam, one which no Odia would have ever missed. Though Dahi Bara is common in India and so is Aloo Dam but the mix of these two is rare and that's exactly what makes it mouth watering. Along with roasted cumin seeds and chilli powder dusted on top, an extraordinary experience awaits you.
Image Credit : Google
Known by different names like Pani Puri Golgappa etc, Gupchup is no doubt a daily evening affair for most in Odisha. The tangy taste of imli Pani filled in crispy balls is enough to send your saliva running.
Image Credit : Google
12. Pahala Rasagula
Pahala, a small sleepy place in between Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, gifted Odisha its most sought after rasagula. With an aim to melt into your mouth sending the sugary syrup down to the gut, this sweet is bound to melt your heart. For the best experience, try hot rasagulas in the morning right from the kadai.
Image Credit : Google
Traditional sweet pancake of Odisha made of rice and jaggery is known as Arisa Pitha. Its a hard to miss delicacy in festivities.
Image Credit : Google
This folded sweet has made its way out to the national market long ago but still remains a fancy mouth savoury sweet, crispy and tasty, to say the least.
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