7 Mouthwatering Dishes From Mangalore You Should Try

By Shireen Jamooji

December 12th, 2023

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This coastal Karnataka city has so much to offer in terms of food. From seafood to veggie delights there’s something for everyone.

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Meen Gassi

A flavourful fish curry enriched with coconut and a robust red chilli base, with the heat of Byadgi chillies. This culinary delight complements well with neer dosa or rice.

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Chicken Ghee Roast

Among the most renowned Mangalorean dishes, this involves slow-cooking chicken in pure ghee, using a secret blend of spices dominated by the fiery red Byadgi chillies.

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Prawn Pulimunchi

Originating from Tamil Nadu and now a Mangalore staple, Fish Pulimunchi is a hot and sour prawn curry. The name stems from "puli" for sour and "munchi" for chillies.

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Kadale Manoli

Typically served at Bunt community weddings, this dish features ivy gourd and black chana with a coconut and spice base, adding a delightful touch to the culinary festivities.

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Neer Dosa

Literally translating to "water dosa," this crepe, prepared from rice batter, boasts a unique consistency with more water. It serves as a perfect accompaniment to various Mangalorean dishes.

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Kori Rotti

Kori Roti combines chicken curry with dry wafers made from boiled rice. The wafers are broken into small pieces, and soaked in chicken curry, offering a delightful and satisfying meal.

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Mangalore Buns

A popular breakfast or snack in coastal Karnataka, Mangalore Buns are created by kneading banana pulp into all-purpose flour, resulting in a unique and tasty deep-fried treat.

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