Along with a diversified variety of silk sarees, an interesting amalgam of Southern and Eastern cultures, Berhampur is an abode to a rich and diverse cuisine too. The cuisine has an evident influence of South Indian and East Indian flavours and has a variety of delicious dishes that have made the district a foodie’s paradise. The residents of the city mainly indulge in dishes made out of rice. The cuisine has a variety of sweet and savoury dishes that are enough to make one drool. Are you planning to visit the state of Odisha anytime soon? Do not forget to visit Berhampur and indulge in some delicious dishes. Also, don’t forget to carry a handbag as you will need to pack a few things home too.
Charupani
An Odia version of the South Indian Rasam, Charupani is a quintessential dish in every Berhampuri household. It's fair enough to say that most Berhampuris cannot imagine a wholesome lunch without a bowl of Charupani to be poured over rice.
Puri-Upma
Have you ever read about some of the most interesting food combinations? Well, if you have then you must add puri-upma to the list too. The quintessential breakfast for most Berhampurias, every street of the city zings with the aroma of freshly fried puris and upma along with Ghugni on the side. The crispy puris along with the delicious upma, ghugni and a tangy chutney are perfect to set the mood right early in the morning.
Abatulu
The Odia version of the Maharashtrian Puran Poli, Abatulu is prepared with a filling of chana dal and sugar. The flatbread is then pan-fried with ghee and is cooked by covering it in a banana leaf.
Achar, Papad, Badi
Made with the local produce by the locals of Berhampur, achar, papad, and badis are what make the city famous. Berhampur is blessed with a vast array of achars, papad, and badis that are freshly made and sold in the market. A visit to Berhampur cannot be successful and worthwhile without returning with a bag full of these delicacies.
We know that you are eager to visit Berhampur. But you can definitely try the recipes at home to savour the flavours of the city.