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Maharashtra takes pride in a diverse and flavourful culinary landscape. From street food to traditional delicacies, the food landscape of Maharashtra seems to be ever vibrant, loved by locals as well as people from all around the world.
Vada Pav, which is the most popular street food in Maharashtra is a beloved snack that is sure to provide a burst of flavours in one’s mouth. It consists of a potato filling made with numerous masalas which is also known as the vada. It is put between a bun which is the pav, thus the name vada pav. It’s unique combination of flavours has made it to be adopted by most other states in India.
A unique and flavourful dish, Misal Pav, is a dish that first came from Pune. It is a spicy curry made with sprouted beans, mixed with spices, farsan, onions, and served with soft pav. Each bite offers a burst of flavours, making it a popular breakfast or brunch option among locals.
Puran Poli is a traditional Maharashtrian sweet treat. It is mostly like a flatbread stuffed with a sweet mixture of cooked chana dal, jaggery, cardamom, and nutmeg. It is a staple for the locals during festivities like Ganesh Chaturthi, Maharashtra’s grandest featival and Holi. The balance of sweetness and spices makes Puran Poli a delightful experience for the one’s with a sweet tooth.
Maharashtra’s seafood is incomplete without the mention of Bombil Fry, also known as Bombay Duck. Bombil is a type of fish found abundantly along the Konkan coast. The fish is marinated in a blend of spices and then coated in rice flour, and then shallow-fried. It’s a delightful experience for the seafood lovers.
Sabudana Khichdi is a dish made from soaked tapioca cooked with peanuts, potatoes, chilies, and seasoned with cumin seeds. This is gluten free and vegan making it a plausible option for the health conscious. It is also a popular dish to be eaten during fasting.
A traditional Maharashtrian dish, Bharli Vangi is made from stuffed eggplants cooked in a spicy masala gravy. The eggplants are slit and filled with a mixture of coconut, peanuts, spices, and tamarind, imparting a unique blend of flavours. Bharli Vangi is mostly served with chapatis or rice.
Pav Bhaji, is one of the most popular street foods of Maharashtra. It consists of a spicy vegetable mash known as bhaji made from potatoes, tomatoes, peas, and capsicum, cooked with number of spices, and served with the pav also known as the pav. Pav Bhaji is a favourite among people of all ages.
Maharashtra’s culinary culture is extremely diverse, offering a number of flavourful dishes that cater to every palate.
