FOODIE CRUSH

 Exploring the Flavors of South India:  The staple food in South India is rice, and spices are the heart and soul of their dishes. Curry leaves, mustard seeds, and the richness of coconut give South Indian food its distinct flavor. The intricate art of balancing spices creates a harmonious symphony of tastes on the palate. THOUGH I AM NOT A SOUTH INDIAN, IT'S JUST MY LOVE FOR SOUTH INDIAN DISHES THAT I AM CREATING THIS BLOG. Must-Try South Indian Dishes      Dosa -   Dosa, the most  iconic South Indian dish. The origins of dosa are not really known but is to be belived that is is from Udupi ( presemt day Karnataka). Traditionally , dosa is made with rice and urad dal. It has a filling of potato masala and is served with sambhar and chutneys. However, it can be eaten plain.  It comes in various forms, Such as classic masala dosa and paper dosa, rava dosa these crispy, golden delights are a breakfast favorite.  If you are adventurous, the...

  FAMOUS DELICACIES OF BIHAR.    HEY, I AM GARIMA . MY HOME TOWN IS PATNA, BIHAR. PEOPLE OUTSIDE BIHAR ARE NOT AWARE OF THE HIDDEN EATABLE GEMS . SO , I AM HERE TO SHARE FEW OF THEM THAT YOU SHOULD TRY AND I COULD GUARANTEE YOU WON'T REGRET IT. YOU COULD SUGGEST YOUR VIEWS VIA POSTING A COMMENT. DRINKS,DISHES AND DESSERTS THAT ONE MUST TRY WHEN IN BIHAR! 1.FAMOUS DRINK OF BIHAR-SATTU SHARBAT/ SATTU PANI ( A LIP SMACKING DRINK)   IT IS A SAVORY DRINK FROM BIHAR WHICH IS DRUNK IN MOST PART OF THE COUNTRY TODAY.   IT COULD BE BOTH SWEET AND SALTY DEPENDING UPON YOUR PREFRENCE.THIS IS A WONDERFUL DRINK MADE OF CUMIN,CORIANDER LEAVES,GREEN CHILLY, BLACK SALT AND LEMON MIXED WITH SATTU AND WATER.  IT IS  DELICIOUS AND  A HEALTHY DRINK THAT IS EASY TO DIGEST. IT IS FULL OF NUTRIENTS ,FIBER AND PROTIEN. IT KEEPS YOU ENERGETIC ,HYDRATED AND COOL THROUGHOUT THE DAY.IT IS ALSO GOOD FOR WOMENS IN PREGNANCY AND MENSTRUATION AS IT REPLENSHES THE LOST NUTRIENTS ...

LITTI CHOKHA- BIHAR SE?                                          HALLMARK OF BIHARI CUISINE  A FLAVOURFUL PAIRING! GHEE SOAKED LITTI IN DELICIOUS CHOKHA IS AN EXPERIENCE BITE ONE WILL DEFINETLY ENJOY. ONLY A BIHARI KNOWS HOW COMFORTING THE TASTE OF FRESHLY BAKED / FRIED LITTIS AND HEART TOUCHING SMELL OF CHOKHA  IS. YOU COULD RARELY FIND A BIHARI WHO SAYS NO TO THIS DISH. IT'S NOT JUST A DISH , IT'S AN EMOTION; EMOTION OF TASTE. WHAT IS LITTI? IT IS A DOUGH BALL FILLED WITH SPICED SATTU.(DRIED-ROASTED-GRINDED CHANA DAL, MIXED WITH SPICES AND ONIONS) IT'S TRADITIONLY COOKED ON CHARCOAL OR TANDOOR GRILL . WHAT IS CHOKHA? IT'S A MIXTURE OF POTATOES, TOMATOES AND EGGPLANTS ROASTED ON THE FLAME,COOKEED ALONG WITH MUSTARD OIL,SPICIES , ONIONS , GREEN CHILLY,CORIANDER LEAVES AND LEMON JUICE.  IN DELHI IT'S WAY TOO DIFFICULT TO FIND A STALL SELLING LITTI CHOKHA. CORRECT WAY OF...