West Indian Cuisine
A huge part of Western India is cosmopolitan in its food habits,but there is still plenty of traditional fare to be had. From Gujarat comes dhokla and farsan, Maharashtra has its bhelpuri and vada pav, Goa is world famous for spicy sorpatel and vindaloo curries.... A veritable feast!
Recipes from Maharashtra
As is the case with all other states, Maharashtra has its own distinctive cuisine and a host of tasty foods to pick from. In Maharashtra, coastal areas are famous for Malvani cuisine (fresh coconut-based hot and sour curries with fish and seafood) while the interiors have the more frugal, Vidharba cuisine which uses a lot of dry coconut. Bring a taste of this state to your table with my recipes f…
As is the case with all other states, Maharashtra has its own distinctive cuisine and a host of tasty foods to pick from. In Maharashtra, coastal areas are famous for Malvani cuisine (fresh coconut-based hot and sour curries with fish and seafood) while the interiors have the more frugal, Vidharba cuisine which uses a lot of dry coconut. Bring a taste of this state to your table with my recipes f…
Malai Prawns (creamy prawn curry)
Malai Prawns (creamy prawn curry)
Malai Prawns (creamy prawn curry)
Sorpatel
Sorpatel
Sorpatel
Bhelpuri
Almost as famous as Bollywood in India, bhelpuri is the favourite snack of Mumbai's masses.
Almost as famous as Bollywood in India, bhelpuri is the favourite snack of Mumbai's masses.
Prawns Rava Fry (semolina batter-fried prawns)
Prawns Rava Fry (semolina batter-fried prawns)
Prawns Rava Fry (semolina batter-fried prawns)
Mackerel Raechad
Mackerel Raechad
Mackerel Raechad
Fish Xacuti
Fish Xacuti
Fish Xacuti
Goan Fish Curry
Goan Fish Curry
Goan Fish Curry
Sabudana Vada (sago patties)
Sabudana Vada (sago patties)
Sabudana Vada (sago patties)
Pork Vindaloo
Pork Vindaloo
Pork Vindaloo
Fresh Prawn Pickle
Fresh Prawn Pickle
Fresh Prawn Pickle
Vindaloo Masala Recipe
Vindaloo Masala Recipe
Vindaloo Masala Recipe
Raechad Masala
Raechad Masala
Raechad Masala
Kayree Panha (raw mango drink)
Kayree Panha (raw mango drink)
Kayree Panha (raw mango drink)
Shengdaana Lehsun Chutney (peanut garlic chutney)
Shengdaana Lehsun Chutney (peanut garlic chutney)
Shengdaana Lehsun Chutney (peanut garlic chutney)
Dhokla (steamed gram flour snack)
This nutritious snack from Gujarat in Western India is popular all over the country. Serve it with Tamarind and Mint-coriander Chutneys.
This nutritious snack from Gujarat in Western India is popular all over the country. Serve it with Tamarind and Mint-coriander Chutneys.
Vada Pav
Straight out of the heart of Maharashtra in Western Indian, Vada Pav has iconic status in India.
Straight out of the heart of Maharashtra in Western Indian, Vada Pav has iconic status in India.
Chivda
Make this crispy, crunchy snack ahead of time and store in an air-tight container. It's perfect for times when you have an attack of the munchies.
Make this crispy, crunchy snack ahead of time and store in an air-tight container. It's perfect for times when you have an attack of the munchies.
Sabudana Vada (sago patties)
This snack from Maharashtra in western India is great for cold, rainy days as an accompaniment to hot Masala Chai (spiced tea)!
This snack from Maharashtra in western India is great for cold, rainy days as an accompaniment to hot Masala Chai (spiced tea)!