Easy Mangalorean Recipes: The delightful variety of Indian cuisine never disappoints. There is so much to explore within the cuisine of a single state as well. When it comes to Karnataka, a subcategory that often stands out is Mangalorean cuisine. Whether you're in the mood for wholesome snacks or flavourful curries, there are some great Mangalorean options that you must try. We have listed down our top recipes for yummy Mangalorean dishes you can make at home. Check them out below.
Here Are 12 Delicious And Easy Mangalorean Recipes You Must Try:
1. Goli Bajji
Goli bajji is a street-style fried snack. Photo Credit: iStock
Also called Mangalore Baje, this round-shaped snack is a popular street food item all over the state. It is made by deep-frying balls of dough made using maida, green chillies, ginger and spices. It is typically eaten with a thin and runny coconut chutney. This pairing is lightly spicy and may even have a hint of sweetness. Click here for the full recipe for Goli Bajji.
2. Mangalore Banana Buns
Another deep-fried treat, these yummy buns are made using a dough that has a mashed banana and atta base. Some sugar, cumin powder, yoghurt, baking and ghee are also added. Banana buns are a breakfast staple in the region but can also be relished during tea time. If you're looking for a uniquely flavourful snack that's not too sweet, then choose this one. Find the recipe here.
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3. Neer Dosa
Neer dosas can be paired with chutneys and curries. Photo Credit: iStock
Paper-thin and soft neer dosas are popular in many parts of South India. Neer Dosa with a specific kind of coconut chutney is a common breakfast combo in Mangalore. This wholesome pairing is light, healthy and yummy. It is also quite simple to make at home. Find the recipes here. Of course, this dosa is also paired with other food items, like some of the curries below.
4. Chicken Ghee Roast
Spice lovers, this one is for you. Chicken ghee roast is a fiery and tangy gravy-like preparation that will leave you wanting more. Infused with traditional flavours, this dish can be paired with chapatis, dosas, rice, bread, etc. Try making this dish the next time you're craving something hot and indulgent. Recipe here.
5. Chicken Sukka
Chicken sukka is a semi-dry preparation. Photo Credit: iStock
'Sukka' dishes are quite famous in different regions of South India. It is a semi-dry and generally spicy preparation of chicken, mutton or fish. Mangalorean-style chicken sukka is a fantastic dish, to begin with. You need to prepare a special type of masala for it. You can scoop up the chicken sukka with chapatis or neer dosa. Click here for the recipe.
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6. Bunt Chicken Curry
You can also enjoy Mangalore-style Chicken in the form of this lip-smacking curry. This is a speciality of the Bunt community. This chicken curry has a coconut milk base. A range of spices is used to lend it an irresistible aroma. Here's the complete recipe
7. Korri Gassi
This flavourful chicken curry is another favourite you must not miss. It also has a coconut milk base, mixed with tamarind, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, methi seeds, fennel seeds, mustard seeds, black peppercorn and much more. Our mouths are already watering! Watch the recipe video here.
8. Prawn Ghee Roast
Prawn ghee roast is a classic you should try. Photo Credit: iStock
Mangalorean cuisine is famous for its fish preparations. A classic way to enjoy prawns, this fish ghee roast is also an amazing choice. You only need a handful of spices to prepare the masala for this dish. Prawn Ghee Roast is best savoured with neer dosa, appams and steamed rice. Here's the recipe.
9. Pomfret Pulimunchi
If you particularly love fried fish, this recipe is for you. Pomfret is marinated in two different spiced mixtures before being pan-fried in coconut oil. You can also easily turn this dish into a thick and yummy gravy. Click here for the recipe.
10. Yeti Gassi/Prawn Curry
Fish can be relished in the form of curries as well. If you're looking for a recipe for prawns, then this one for yeti gassi is a good choice. Apart from prawns, coconut, tamarind, red chillies, asafoetida (heeng) and turmeric powder are the key ingredients needed for this thick curry. It can be ready in under an hour. Find the full recipe here.
There are many kinds of Mangalorean fish curries. Photo Credit: iStock
11. Meen Gassi
This is another Mangalorean fish curry we highly recommend. Kingfish or surmai is used in this dish. The curry requires many spices and the fish is typically steamed in banana leaves. So, make this delicacy for a special occasion. Here's the detailed recipe.
12. Mangalorean Sweet Patholi
Looking to try a unique and authentic sweet dish? Then Mangalorean Patholi will not let you down. This delicacy has a base of rice, coconut and jaggery (with a hint of cardamom). Patholi is traditionally steamed in haldi leaves. It is specially made during festivals. Find the step-by-step recipe here.
Savour the flavours of Mangalore right in your kitchen with these easy recipes! Try them soon and let us know your favourite.
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