Maharashtra is a big state of India. Its huge size has
created led to the birth of two distinct type of cuisines in the
state-the Konkani Cuisine and the Varadi Cuisine. While the former is
the cuisine of the coastal Maharashtraarea of the state, the latter is
the cuisine ofof the interiors of the state, the Vidarbha region--the
interiors of the state.
The main difference between the cuisines of these two regions is that
Fish is consumed more in the former. Another distinction is the use of
grated coconuts. Often grated coconuts are used in the state to flavour
the many dishes. But While while fresh coconuts are used in the coastal
areas, powdered coconuts are used to flavour food in the interiors for
the purpose.
Otherwise there's not much difference between the cuisines of these tow
areas. TThe he people of the state, on the whole, use peanuts and cashew
nuts to make their food tasty which is most often cooked in the peanut
oil. A variety of fish is consumed throughout the state. The Bombay Duck
is the most famous fish delicacy of Maharashtra. Other types of fish
consumed include Mackerel and Pomfret.
While the non vegetarians relish the many fish dishes and dishes
prepared with mutton, chicken and eggs; the A variety of fish is
consumed. The Bombay Duck is the most famous fish delicacy of the state.
Other fish consumed include Mackerel and Pomfret.
Vegetariansvegetarians enjoy eat a variety of vegetable dishes s
treated with Kala Masala (a special mixture of various types of spices).
Often jaggery and tamarind are used to flavour the various vegetarian
curries to make them sweet and sour.
Brinjal is the most widely consumed vegetable in Maharashtra and
several vegetarian dishes delicacies are prepared with it. Bharlivangi
is a special dish made with brinjals. To make this dish, baby Brinjals
brinjals are stuffed with grated coconuts to make this dish.
Bedsides the many vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes, the state is
also famous for its For those with sweet tooth the state has many sweet
delicacies including Motichur Laddoos and Puran Poli. While The the
former is a round sweetmeat prepared with gram flour, , the latter is a
type of bread which is stuffed with jaggery and gram flour.
Food (Anna) is equated to the Lord Brahma. Hence, much attention is paid
to its preparations and the way it is served. A typical Maharashtrian
meal is served in an orderly fashion. A good host is one who knows the
art of serving food. In fact, serving dishes in the state is an
elaborate affair. One who does not know the correct order isn't
considered a good host.
