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Bihar is renowned for its rich history and its varied culture and cuisine. Bihar’s food is a delightful fusion of flavors. From vegetarian to non-vegetarian foods, Bihar cuisine shows excellency in all. Some of the popular food items of Bihar are-
Litti Chokha
It is impossible to talk about Bihar’s cuisine without the mention of it’s iconic Litti Chokha. It is a traditional dish beloved by locals and visitors alike. Litti Chokha is made from roasted wheat flour balls filled with a spicy mixture of sattu or roasted gram flour. Spices are added to enhance the flavour of it. These are then served with a side dish called chokha, a mash made from roasted eggplant, tomatoes, and potatoes. It has been adopted as a popular dish now in many parts of the country due to its mouth-watering taste.
Sattu Paratha
Sattu Paratha is another staple dish in Bihari cuisine. It is usually made from sattu, a flour made from roasted gram or lentils. The sattu filling is stuffed inside whole wheat dough and is then cooked on a griddle until golden brown. It is mostly eaten with butter or ghee and is a delightful yet very filling meal.
Chana Ghugni
Chana Ghugni is a popular street food snack in Bihar. It is also found in many other places alongside Bihar. This spicy dish features dried yellow peas or chana cooked with onions, and a number of spices, including cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. The chana is cooked until soft and are often garnished with spices and coriander. It is a popular street food and is a favourite inside and outside Bihar.
Khaja
Khaja is a traditional sweet treat. This is made from layers of dough that are folded, and fried until golden brown. Khaja is then dipped in a sugar syrup which adds sweetness and enhances its aroma. It is a very popular dish to be served and savoured during various festivities.
Mutton Curry
Mutton Curry is a popular dish in Bihar that showcases the state’s love for meat. Mutton is cooked alongside onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and a variety of spices which resulted in a rich gravy. It is slow cooked and is usually served with steamed rice or roti. It is a favourite among all the meat lovers.
Malpua
Malpua is another dessert that holds a special place in Bihari cuisine, especially during festive occasions like Holi and Diwali. These are made from a batter of flour, milk, and sugar. This is then deep-fried until golden brown. After frying, rose water or saffron is added to the Malpua to enhance its flavour. It might then be garnished with nuts or coconut according to personal preferences.
Bihar ke Lai
Bihar ke Lai is a popular sweet dish which is made from gram flour, sugar, ghee, and cardamom. It is then shaped into small balls and then deep-fried until golden brown. It is then dipped in a sugar syrup to add sweetness to the dish.
Bihar’s culinary landscape is as varied as it’s rich culture. The people’s love for desserts, meats, are clearly evident from their culinary choices. Ranging from desserts like Malpua to Sattu Parathas, Bihar has it all from snacks to filling meals.
The article has been modified using artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
