Traditional Way Of Arranging Food In Thali

Everything related to food is regarded with the utmost reverence in India since the act of eating is considered to be sacred. According to the Vishnu Sahastranam, Lord Brahma is related to food since he created the cosmos, and Lord Vishnu is thought to be the God who regulates food production, digestion, and usage. For this reason, we pray and start our meals before we eat.

What is the right way of placing food in thali?

Everything related to food is regarded with the utmost reverence in India since the act of eating is considered to be sacred. According to the Vishnu Sahastranam, Lord Brahma is related to food since he created the cosmos, and Lord Vishnu is thought to be the God who regulates food production, digestion, and usage. For this reason, we pray and start our meals before we eat.

Thali/ Unsplash.com In fact, the culinary culture would be lacking even if the term "Thali" were to be used because each dish and component has a special significance. But have you ever wondered how to properly arrange meals in a Thali according to Hindu tradition?

What to eat before a meal?

It is true that the idea of eating an appetiser before a meal is ancient and originates in Hindu mythology. Certain meals were consumed after taking a bath and for a while before eating, according to the books on Indian food tradition. However, the appetisers combine salty, sour, and pungent flavours. As a result, fruits, soups, or beverages made with sendha namak, ginger, and lemon were thought to be tasty appetisers that stimulated hunger.

Eating rituals before meals-

1. It is considered that one should wait to eat until after taking a bath, applying sugandh, donning clean, freshly washed clothes, and washing their hands, faces, and mouth.

2. Food must only be served after the house's pets and birds have been fed.

3. Before eating, one must offer a brief prayer of thanks to the divine and one's ancestors.