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As the monsoon showers have started to drench the earth, people are enjoying the tranquil breeze and dark clouds cascading the sky. Monsoon season is the most awaited season of the year, and it comes like a reward after a strenuous summer. Food is a very conspicuous part of monsoon season as it complements the petrichor and the green scenery outside.
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Monsoon gives a person the perfect opportunity to curl up in a comfortable lounge and enjoy the weather outside while relishing some delicious food. As the temperature is low, it is the perfect opportunity to enjoy some warm and comforting food that feels like a satisfactory hug. Here are some of the most delectable food combinations that one can enjoy this monsoon.
* Chai And Samosas
Chai and samosa is a patent Indian evening meal that people have been enjoying in the country for years now. The savoury and spicy samosas, when combined with a cup of warm and sweet chai that has flavours of cardamom, instantly transport one into a food nirvana. It is one of the most prevalent monsoon food combinations in India, and one can find it being sold on the street sides very easily. The warm filling of mashed potatoes seasoned with different spices and the crispy outer shell give the perfect symphony of flavours when combined with an Indian-style sweet and flavourful chai.
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* Jalebi And Fafda
Jalebi and Fafda are very popular food combinations from Gujarat, and they have now become extremely popular in other parts of the country because of their mainstream projection. It is yet another pair that combines sweet and savoury flavours to give a sole-bending experience. Jalebis are crispy and delectable warm desserts that are made from sugar syrup, all-purpose flour, and cardamom. These are combined with crunchy and tempting fafda made from chickpea flour, which helps tone down the sweetness of the jalebi. It is surely an addictive snack that one wouldn't be able to get enough of.
* Pakoras And Mint Chutney
Pakoras and mint chutney is a classic and trustworthy monsoon essential recipe that requires one to make deep-fried fritters using different vegetables such as potatoes, onions, cauliflower, and spinach. A batter made from chickpea flour and spices is made inside, in which one dips different vegetables and then deep fries them in smouldering oil. Mint chutney helps add a flavour of freshness and makes the rather deep-fried and dehydrating pakoras more delicious and balanced in flavour. This is one monsoon food combination that never goes out of style.
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* Garlic Bread And Tomato Soup
As soon as the monsoon begins, one would see that a load of vendors start selling warm soups, and the sale of these lasts till the conclusion of winter. A tomato soup is made from fresh tomato puree, lots of herbs, and fresh cream to infuse a creamy and rich flavour into the soup. This soup is very well-balanced and flavoured and doesn't have potent spices. The soup is combined with fresh and crunchy garlic bread that has a buttery texture and flavours of garlic.
* Hot Chocolate And Marshmallows
There is no better time to enjoy a comforting glass of hot chocolate with some fluffy and soft marshmallows on the side. This is the perfect snack that is satisfying and warm on days when one wants to enjoy something indulgent when the rain outside is endless. The hot chocolate has a very dense and velvety texture. On the other hand, marshmallows are so soft that they directly melt in the mouth. Pairing marshmallows and hot chocolate is an unparalleled and delightful treat that one can enjoy.
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* Bhutta With Lemon And Spice Mixture
In India, monsoons are synonymous with bhutta, which is roasted corn. In monsoon, people like to roast the corn on open flames as it helps give a very smoky and authentic flavour to the bhutta. While many people like to have it as it is, a conventional and flavourful way of enjoying this snack is by making a spicy concoction of black pepper, salt, red chilli powder, lemon juice, and some other spices and then slathering it on the top of the bhutta. The roasted corn kernels are naturally a bit sweet, and combining them with some spices and lemon juice helps enrich the flavour of the bhutta even more.
