8 Rare Goan Monsoon-Special Foods You Should Know About

By Shreya Goswami

July 20, 2023

During monsoon in Goa, there are many local ingredients that come into season. Here are some such authentic and lesser-known Goan recipes that you should try at least once.

Taikilo Bhaji

A Goan Saraswat dish, Taikilo Bhaji is a simple stir-fried dish made with Cassia Tora vegetable, garlic and a few spices.

Dry Mackerel Kismoor

Also known as Sukhya Bangdhyanchi Kismur, this Goan dish is made with protein-rich dry mackerels and is a local favourtie.

Patoleo

A Konkani sweet treat, Patoleo is prepared not only during monsoon but also for festivities like Ganesh Chaturthi.

Olmi Mushroom Xacuti

Olmi, one of the most popular monsoon mushrooms, is cooked in the form of Xacuti across Goan homes.

Kille Bhaji

This incredibly savoury and pungent Goan monsoon specialty features tender bamboo shoots cooked in a coconut gravy.

Tausali

Also known as Cucumber Cake, this one is a unique and refreshing dessert from Goa and is cooked during festivities too.

Akurache Bhaji

Akur is an edible fern native to Goa during monsoons and this dish combines it with coconut, spices and tamarind.

Aluwadi

Also known as Aluchi Vadi, this fried snack is made with colocasia leaves and is popular across the Konkan region.