Odia Dishes Best Known For Its Use Of Local Ingredients & Cooking Techniques

Pritam Saha
Apr 07, 2023

Dahi Bara Aloo Dum

A combination of deep-fried lentil fritters and potatoes cooked in a spicy gravy, this dish is a must-try in Odia cuisine

Khaja

Khaja is a crispy and flaky sweet dish made by kneading flour, ghee, and water into a dough.

Chhena Jhili

These balls are then deep-fried until golden brown, and then soaked in a sugar syrup.

Rasabali

Dessert made by frying flattened balls of chhena in ghee until golden brown, and then soaking them in thickened milk flavored with cardamom and saffron.

Machha Besara

A spicy fish curry made with mustard paste, Machha Besara is a popular seafood dish in Odisha

Pitha

A type of rice cake made with rice flour, Pitha is a popular snack in Odisha.

Santula

A simple vegetable dish made with a combination of veggies, Santula is a healthy and tasty dish in Odia cuisine.

Chhena Poda

A sweet dish made from paneer, sugar and ghee, Chhena Poda is a popular dessert in Odisha

Pakhala

A fermented rice dish that is served with curd and other accompaniments, Pakhala is a popular dish during the hot summer months.

Dalma

A simple dish made from lentils, vegetables and spices, Dalma is a staple in Odia cuisine.

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