By Nikita Toppo
August 10, 2023
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India has rich tribal culture and most of these tribes have created a niche for themselves with some of the unique dishes like Marh Jhol, Mahua and more that are a part of their daily food habits. Let's take a look at top eight tribal dishes from India.
Also known as kai or chapra chutney, this spicy condiment is prepared from red weaver ants and red ant eggs. It is relished in Orissa, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh.
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This traditional dish of Nagaland is prepared with ground rice, chicken and bamboo shoots.
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Being popular among tribal communities of Jharkhand and Chattisgarh, marh jhol is made from boiled rice water, garlic, onions and bathua saag.
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Being rich in protein and iron, this liquor is made from mahua flowers.
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This healthy drink made from fermented rice is popular among various tribal communities of India.
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Also known as karil, this Jharkhandi pickle is made from tender bamboo shoots.
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Commonly known as madua roti, this flatbread is made from ragi flour and is very popular in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh.
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Made with rugda mushroom, this is a tribal dish from Jharkhand that is known to be loaded with nutrients.
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