We all secretly want to travel to all parts of our country – mainly to explore new cultures and taste new foods. But the sad reality is that our full-time jobs and responsibilities do not allow us to live out our inner traveler. We can’t move to different cities and states as much as we’d like; However, we can enjoy their delicacies in our homes! With a few simple ingredients and some time in the kitchen, we can enjoy South Indian Appams and Stews or Gujarati Theplas at home. In the spirit of exploration, we have compiled a list of Mangalorean cuisines that will allow us to enjoy the taste of Karnataka without buying a plane ticket. These five Mangalorean dishes represent the delicious flavors that the locals eat every day.
Here are 5 Mangalorean dishes that you must try:
1.Bunt Chicken Curry
Bunt Chicken Curry is full of vibrant flavor and aroma. This delicious curry belongs to the Bunt community of Mangalore which is known for its spicy and flavourful preparations. This curry is a mixture of spicy spices and coconut milk.
Click here for the full recipe for Bunt Chicken Curry.
Chicken ghee roast is buttery and spicy.
2. Chicken Ghee Roast
Chicken Ghee Roast is a tangy, tangy preparation of chicken roasted in ghee. Two ingredients define this dish, the ghee and the chili based paste. It is the combination of these two flavors that makes this chicken dish unique.
Click here for the full recipe for Chicken Ghee Roast.
3.Banana Buns
Banana buns are a staple food for a Mangalorean family. These puris are most popularly served with coconut chutney or sambar, which makes it a perfect snack. These mouth-melting puris are a mix of sweet and salty, which makes them delicious.
Click here for the full recipe for Banana Buns.
This prawn curry tastes delicious with steamed rice.
4. Yeti Gassi/Shrimp Curry
If you are a fan of prawns then you will surely love this Mangalorean Prawn Curry. Also known as yeti gassi, this prawn curry is a coconut based dish that believes in simplicity. This curry is very tasty and quick and easy to make.
Click here for the complete recipe for Yeti Gassi.
5. Meen Gassi/Fish Curry
Mangalorean fish curry has a unique pungent taste due to the use of tamarind which makes it different from other fish curries. Also known as meen gassi, the primary ingredient of this dish is coconut.
Click here for the full recipe for Meen Gassi.
Try these recipes and let us know in the comment section how you liked it.
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