India is a land of diversity, full of culture and traditions. Each state is known for its uniqueness in traditions as well as cuisines. From north to south India, the regional foods win our hearts. Besides, we Indians are foodies and love indulging in different kinds of regional delights.
Today, we will talk about Bihar. Whenever we hear the name of the state, one food that comes to mind is litti chokha. Often, we forget that there is an array of Bihari foods beyond litti chokha, namely ghugni, Dal pithe, malpua, and others. Bihari gastronomy isn’t just about vegetarian fare; we have a wide range of non-vegetarian foods as well. The people who love indulging in chicken recipes might be wondering: What food do we have for us in Bihari cuisine? Well, we have a list of Bihari chicken recipes just for you.
Take a look at some of the recipes below:
- Chicken Bihari Boti
Let's start with our favourite one, Chicken Bihari Boti. You’ll fall in love with the dish and there’s no going back. The boneless pieces of meat are typically marinated in a special Bihari spice mix before being grilled or cooked. Yoghurt is often used in the marinade to tenderise the chicken. The result is succulent, well-seasoned chicken pieces with a smoky flavour from the grill or cooking process.
- Bihari Chicken Kabab
The marination process is crucial in creating the rich taste that defines Bihari Chicken Kabab. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of yoghurt, mustard oil, ginger-garlic paste, and a wide range of spices. However, the star of the show is the poppy seed paste that is used in marination. The barbecue pieces are then barbecued until golden and delicious.
- Bihari-Style Chicken Curry
This dish can change your dinner game within minutes. What sets this dish apart is the goodness of the potato and the meatiness of the chicken. The dish is often cooked or simmered to perfection, allowing the flavours to meld and the chicken to tenderize. It can be served with steamed rice or roti.
- Champaran Litti Chicken
This dish features litti along with the chicken. For the unprepared, litti is a traditional wheat flour dough ball stuffed with roasted gram flour and spices. Here, instead of chokha, litti is served with chicken curry. You have to prepare both of these recipes separately and stir-fry on a tawa for 2–3 minutes.
- Bihari Chicken Rumali Roll
There is nothing better than indulging in rolls in the evening. When it comes to Bihari cuisine, this recipe is quick, easy, and also very sumptuous. This gastronomic delight features succulent pieces of marinated chicken, typically infused with a medley of spices that are emblematic of Bihari cuisine. The marinated chicken is skillfully grilled to perfection, imparting a smoky and flavorful essence to the dish. What makes this culinary masterpiece distinctive is its presentation within a soft and thin rumali roti.