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Published 15:20 IST, October 21st 2019

Konkani food: Some must-try dishes from the region in India

Konkani food has a variety of non-veg and seafood dishes. Here are the most delicious dishes from the Konkan region that is a must-have for every foodie.

Reported by: Yash Tripathi
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The Konkan region falls in states like Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka. Due to its diversity in culture, this region has some tastiest Indian cuisines which are mainly seafood. Seafood like prawns, crabs and fish, coconut and local spices are some of the main ingredients used in Konkan food recipes.

Three must-try Konkani food of India

Sol Kadi

Sol Kadi is Konkani drink normally eaten with rice or sometimes served as a drink after food. Sol Kadi is made from coconut milk and kokum. Just like many Gujaratis prefer buttermilk after their meals people from Konkan drink Sol Kadi. This is a refreshing drink because it cools down and regulates the digestive system. It is consumed in Maharashtra as well as in Goa.

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Chicken Xacuti

Chicken Xacuti is a well-known Goan food recipe which comprises delicious flavours. This tasty dish consists of Kashmiri red chillies, poppy seeds, coconut, onion, cinnamon, tamarind and nutmeg. An incredible combination of spices and coconut gives this curry a unique taste. This Xacuti curry tastes good with any kind of roti or even with rice. It is a must-have Konkan dish.

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Konkani Fish Fry

The Konkani fish fry is one such food that a person must try in Maharashtra. The Konkani fish fry is made up of pomfret fish which is cooked in a spicy masala made with red chillies, cloves, coriander seeds, peppercorns, cumin seeds, garlic, fennel seeds and lemon juice. This delicious Indian dish is fried with masala, and it is eaten with rice. When visiting Maharashtra one must try this Indian cuisine as it is too tasty to miss.

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There are many dishes to try while being in the Konkan area, and these were a few Konkani food dishes that are too tasty to miss. A traveller must not forget to have Sol Kadi after their meals to get the true feel of the region. 

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Updated 18:07 IST, October 21st 2019

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