Eat Like A Local- The Magical Delicacies of Madhya Pradesh
By Nmami Life Editorial 15-Jan 2021 Reading Time: 4 Mins
A dose of nature, culture mix with the warm hospitality and a plate full of mouth-water delicacies. That’s Madhya Pradesh for you! Popularly known as the “Heart of India”. This state assures a delightful package to its visitors, be it the historic importance, rich culture or the food.
It is said that good food can win your heart and it is absolutely true.
So, here is a list of some amazing dishes that you shouldn’t miss out on when visiting the state.
- Bhutte ke Kees – This typical street food of Madhya Pradesh is mainly bhutta (corn). If you’re someone who doesn’t lik1e your food to be too spicy, then bhutte ka kees is an ideal dish for you to enjoy here. The recipe states grated corn cooked with all the necessary Indian spices and then simmered in milk to add a slightly sweet taste. Green chilies and mustard seeds are also added to give it a special flavour.
- Seekh Kebab – The food of Madhya Pradesh is highly influenced by Mughal cuisine. Among all non-veg delicacies, seekh kebab is the most popular cuisine. This can be served in a wrap which is mouth-watering. Also, delicacies like Keema, Korma and Shammi Kebabs are other Mughlai delicacies that are widely accepted and loved in Madhya Pradesh.
- Palak Puris – Palak Puris are a healthy and nutritious meal that is often enjoyed during breakfast, as well as lunch. They are made from a mixture of wheat dough and a paste of spinach leaves and then deep fried. Palak puris are staple in almost every household in Madhya Pradesh and best served with raita, aloo-sabzi and pickle.
- Poha – A super healthy and super light cuisine which is fondly eaten in all the parts of our country which is in turn a recipe of Madhya Pradesh. It is made with the flattened rice along with the well-cooked onions, tomatoes and is best savoured with green chillies, curry leaves and a bit of lemon.
- Dal Bafla – Dal Bafla is not an authentic dish of Madhya Pradesh as it hails from Rajasthan, yet this dish is appealing. Bafla is a wheat dough shaped into balls, cooked until the outer covering becomes crisp. They are then dipped in ghee and served with dal (lentils boiled and cooked with spices), hari chutney (coriander sauce). The meal is rich in proteins, vitamins, carbohydrates, and fats.
Over to you:
Thus, bring the above-mentioned recipes to your rescue and get going! Happy Eating!