Tried This Six Signature Dishes From Bengal And Odisha?

By Aanchal Mathur

The food from the eastern region of India including that of Bihar and Bengal, is sure to take you on a gastronomical retreat!  

Litti Chokha

Litti chokha truly represent the earthiness of Bihar, where litti refers to a dough ball, stuffed with sattu, while chokha is a curry made with veggies and spices.  

Thekua

Also known as khajuria or thikari, thekua is a sweet snack made with whole wheat flour, raisins, dry coconut jaggery/sugar, especially on festivals such as Chhath Puja.    

Maccher Jhol

A staple fish curry from the state of West Bengal, machher jhol is made in mustard oil with mouth-watering spices tossed with marinated fish.   

Shukto

The bitter Bengali starter that is made with a blend of vegetables like karela, neem, sweet potato, raw banana, drumsticks, yam etc. 

Ahuna Mutton Curry

Ahuna is the Bhojpuri name for the Earthenware Pot or Handi used in the cooking of this rustic mutton from Champaran, Bihar. This one is a finger-licking experience for foodies! 

Dal Pitha

Dal Pitha is a dry dumpling from Bihar, made up of rice flour with the stuffing of dal inside. It is traditionally served with chokha in breakfast.