Byadagi/ Bedgi is well known for its flavour and aroma. Primarily grown in Karnataka districts of Dharwad, Gadag and Haveri. It is also known for its deep red color, is less spicy and is used in a variety of south Indian dishes.
Ukade rice, rice, de rice and is known for its reddish color and thicker grains. Its unique firm texture and slightly nutty grains make it ideal with coconut milk based curries. is, de rice and is known for its reddish color and thicker grains. Its unique firm texture and slightly nutty grains make it ideal with coconut milk based curries.…
Ukade rice, rice, de rice and is known for its thicker grains. Its unique firm texture and slightly nutty grains make it ideal with coconut milk based curries. is, de rice and is known for its thicker grains.
Goa is world famous for its cashews, particularly the larger size nuts are unique to Goa. In most Goan cuisine, cashew nuts and raw kernels are made to create sweets and curry recipes. It is also perfect for Indian cooking for many recipes (Bisi Bele Bhaat or Biryanis) Either way, cashew nuts can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.…
Crispy ladoos made with puffed rice and molten jaggery. Though puffed rice is not really nutritionally rich, it is light on the stomach and low in calories. Churmuli Ladoos made of puffed rice are quite filling and are among one of the most loved sweet treats of the country.
Found in every kitchen, these are long, bright red, thin skinned and wrinkled. The whole dried Kashmiri chili looks darker, almost the color of red wine. Kashmiri red chili is very mildly hot and adds a bright color to the food. It has got a distinct flavor too. These chilies tend to get a fungus very quickly hence they are…
Kokum is a versatile Indian specialty spice which ranks highly by both culinary and medical standards. The major culinary uses of kokum are as a garnish for curries and in the preparation of syrups.
This chilli is also grown in Goa and is known as Volanchi (wrinkled) chilli, Ghanti (from the ghats) or Xepda (bushy end tailed) .This thin chilly packs quite a bomb of heat and a burst of orange colour. It is most often used in powdered form and added to local dishes to make them spa-eee-cyyy!
This chilli is grown in Goa and is known as Button chilli, Small to medium sized fruits ripen to red. It is commonly used in Hindu and Christian cooking in Goa and provides a hot flavor to curries.
“Suriche/Suri god” is richer in nutrients. Also known as pyramid jaggery or Goan jaggery, it is used by Goan Catholics in recipes where jaggery is required. Jaggery lasts for a long time without refrigerating. Since it is rock solid, gentle tapping with hammer or a sharp knife results in small pieces and powdered jaggery, that can be stored in containers…
Rose Tea is something unique to Goa. It is popular evening time drink, mostly among the south Goans. Cream Crackers Biscuit and a Cup of this warm tea would soothe the congestion and sore throat
Teppal is used in Konkoni-Goan Cuisine. This herb is mostly used in fish curries. It has a unique aroma and flavour that is not hot or pungent. Its better not to grind them into a paste but use the whole spice directly in fish curries, vegetables or gravies in a limited quantity.
