By: Toshita Sahni
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Want to enjoy a traditional feast for Christmas 2024? You should consider a Goan dinner, especially if you enjoy a range of non-vegetarian dishes.
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We have compiled a list of some classic Goan recipes for Christmas. It includes appetisers, mains and desserts. Check them out here:
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Kick off the festive meal by serving a beloved appetiser: crisp chicken croquettes. This Goan snack can be paired with various dips/chutneys.
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Another crispy starter option is fried fish with a rava (semolina) coating. It has a lip-smacking taste derived from its masala marination.
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We're going to give you multiple options for mains. A popular one is sorpotel - a fiery pork delicacy very popular in Goa.
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Vindaloo is another famous Goan recipe. While the pork and mutton versions are yummy, you can also make it with ingredients like chicken or potatoes.
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How can we not mention a Goan prawn recipe? There are many delicious ones to choose from, but you can never go wrong with a classic prawn curry.
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Want a vegetarian main course dish that's not just dal? Opt for the flavourful goodness of sorak, served with plain rice.
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Want to have a sabzi component? Goan batata (potato) bhaji may not seem very fancy, but it will help bring balance to the meal.
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Light and satisfying, Goan baath cake or batica is made with coconut and semolina. This home-style cake is a Christmas staple.
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This is an iconic Goan dessert you cannot miss. Bebinca is a delectable layered treat made with flour, egg yolks, sugar, ghee and coconut milk.
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Similar to karanji, nevri is a crisp crescent-shaped delicacy with a sweet filling - usually made of coconut, jaggery and dry fruits.
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For full recipes for some of these Goan dishes
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