Nov 9, 2022
Uttarakhand, also known as the “Land of Gods,” is known for its snow-capped mountains, glaciers, holy pilgrimages, rivers, and delectable and unique local foods. The state is celebrating its 22nd anniversary as Uttarakhand Sthapna Diwas. Here’s a list of nine foods you need to try.
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It’s a popular recipe from Uttarakhand made with baby potatoes and dry spices. It is a spicy dish with a burst of mouth-watering flavours.
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It’s a winter dish made with spinach, lai, and fenugreek leaves and is considered one of the healthiest dishes in the state. It is mostly cooked in an iron kadhai and is best served with steamed rice.
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It’s a popular yet complex dish of the Garhwal region made with different varieties of lentils that are soaked in water overnight. It consists of the native Gahat dal and is mostly served with rice.
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It’s a tangy and healthy dish that is rich in essential nutrients. To make this dish, you need buckwheat flour, boiling water, and ghee.
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Chainsoo is a puree-like dish made with roasted urad dal, which is cooked in an iron pot. This dish is rich in protein and loved for its earthy flavour.
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This dish belongs to the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, and is a fine soup with a mix of rice paste, lentil stock, and pulses that are cooked in an iron pot over low heat.
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It is one of the most popular condiments, prepared with roasted bhang seeds, roasted cumin seeds, lemon juice, chillies, and green coriander leaves. It has a light aroma and a tangy aftertaste.
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It’s a dessert preparation of barnyard millet cooked in full-fat milk, along with sugar and nuts.
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It is a Kumaon regional dish made with local pulses such as gahat and bhatt that is best served with rice during the winter season.
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