Titlagarh is a small town in Odisha (formerly known as Orissa) and is well-known for the seafood. You will find a variety of different non-veg food items all around Titlagarh, and if you enjoy eating non-veg everyday, then this is the perfect holiday destination for you. You will get to try some incredibly delicious seafood dishes, which you must have never had anywhere in India. Most of the dishes here are served with rice because they consist of curry in them. Nonetheless, here are some popular dishes to try when in Titlagarh…
1. Crab curry –Crabs are widely made all around in Odisha and the crab curry is quite popular. The dish is made with ingredients like potatoes, ginger, onions and a variety of different spices. You can have this with chapatti or rice.
2. Bhendi sabzi – Ladyfinger is made in so many different ways in India and the Bhendi sabzi in Titlagarh is a little different. The vegetable is filled with garlic, ginger, spices and fried until it is crispy crunchy. This is one amazing dish for vegetarians to try while in Titlagarh.
3. Khichdi – The light and delicious Khichdi made in Titlagarh contains rice and lentils with lots of ghee. This is also offered to god as bhog. You can also call for this special khichdi for food delivery at Titlagarh if you want to eat some snack in the train on the journey.
4. Chicken saag – Chicken pieces are cooked in rich spinach gravy, which is moderately spiced. Usually, boneless chicken pieces are used and this dish is considered to be healthy plus nutritious in Titlagarh. You can have this with rice else with chapatti.
5. Prawn malai – This is one of the most popular seafood dishes made in Odisha. The recipe is focused on cream and prawns with coconut milk. It is served with steamed rice and is one delicious dish prawn lovers must try.
6. Chhena Jalebi – Fresh cottage cheese is kneaded and made in forms of small pretzels. This is fried until golden coloured in coconut oil and is dipped in sugar syrup for many hours. You can either have this hot or extremely chilled. In both the ways, this jalebi tastes great and is easy to make too. So, if you are a fan of this sweet this then do try making it at home. You can also carry it along with you as it is easily available in several sweet shops.
7. Malpua – This Indian version of pancakes can be found all around Odisha. Sweet batter of wheat flour is made and is deep fried. You can also add honey or any sweet syrup for additional taste if you want. This is usually made fresh and served hot at the moment. This dish is also offered as prashad in many temples in Odisha. So, if you don’t get a chance to eat Malpua at a place then make sure you take it during a temple visit.
So, the next time you are travelling to Odisha, make sure you try some of these dishes!