Famous foods of India (2).

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Today, we continue our journey on the famous foods of India and the three states that we cover are Bihar, Chhattisgarh and Goa! So, without much ado, let's go on that ecstatic tour.

4. Bihar

The famous foods of Bihar include dishes of Bhojpuri, Maithili and Magahi cuisines. Rice, Sabzi and Pickle are the staple food of Bihar. Rice-based alcoholic drink, Handia is an important part of the life of Bihari people, although Bihar is now a "Dry State". Bihari Cuisine include a variety of veg and non-veg food recipes.

Some famous Bihar dishes are Litti Chokha, Thekua, Sattu. Sattu has many health benefits. This popular dish belongs to Bhojpuri cuisine. Maithili cuisine has been greatly influenced by Nepali cuisine. Panch Foran spices is commonly used. Magahi cuisine is popular in the eastern part of the state. "Sarson Ka Jhor" is popular in every household. Sarson ka tel (Mustard oil) is the most common oil used in Bihar cuisine. Thekua is served as 'prasad' during "chhath" festival and consumption of dairy products is very high in the state.

Here's the list of the top 10 famous foods of Bihar :-

* Litti Chokha

* Chana Ghugni

* Mutton Curry

* Kadhi Badi

* Naivedyam

* Chandrakala/Suryakala

* Khaja

* Khajuria/Thekua

* Makhane Ki Kheer

* Kesar Peda

5. Chhattisgarh

In Chhattisgarh food, rice is widely used. Most of the famous food like Chila, Idhar, Phara etc are made of rice. Chhattisgarh is also known as the 'rice bowl' of India. With rice, urad dal, maize, wheat. Jawar, chicken, mutton and leaf vegetables are consumed in the state. Rice is used in many sweet dishes. The cuisine of Chhattisgarh has the influence of neighbouring states like Orissa, Jharkhand and UP and it includes rangy and sour dishes. The recipes are very simple and easy to cook.

Here's the list of 24 famous foods :-

* Muthia

* Aamat

* Chila

* Bara

* Dubki Kadi

* Dal Pithi

* Bafauri

* Idhar

* Sabudana Khichdi

* Bhajia/Bhajji

* Khurma

* Tasmai

* Papchi

* Chutney of Red Aunt (Red ants and its egg)

* Chousela

* Alloo Gunda

* Bore Baasi

* Suran Ki Sabji/Jimikand ki kadhi

* Arsa

* Til Gud

* Kusli

* Lavang Latika

* Dehrori

* Batkar Kadhi 

6. Goa

Goan dishes are equally attractive as its beaches. It has the influence of various cultures and cuisine like Arabic, Portuguese, Malabar and Konkan. Recipes include coconuts, rice, cashew, vinegar, seafood, pork, beef. Being a coastal state, fish curry and rice are the staple food. Foods like Chicken Vindaloo, Sorpotel etc are dishes from Portuguese cuisine.

Here are the 18 famous dishes of Goa :-

* Chicken Xacuti

* Feijoada

* Prawns Xec Xec

* Chicken Cafreal

* Fish Recheado 

* Goan Fish Curry

* Goan Pork Vindaloo

* Prawn Curry

* Rava Fried Fish

* Samarachi Kodi

* Shark Ambot Tik

* Sorak

* Sorpotel

* Bebinca

* Perad

* Kulkul

* Patolea

* Sannas

Coconut is used in every recipe and that makes Goan dishes unique and distinct. Cashew Fenny is a special local alcoholic drink. The food of Goa is mostly based on seafood like fish, prawns, lobster, crabs, squid, mussels. Fish like Kingfish, Pomfret, Tuna, Shark, Mackerel, Sardines are extrememy popular. It is the Portuguese who introduced tomatoes, potatoes, pineapple and cashews to Goan cuisine.

Tailpiece.

Got up at a trifle past 6, the chores and was ready by a half past 9. 

Fixed up with Lekha's dentist regarding her appointment on 29 Sep. Helped out my classmate with his assignment.