I didn’t even realize when the rainy season came. Time passes so fast. We are too passing out with time. We are changing our habits rapidly. We are moving fast with the moving generations. However, people’s eating habits are still in the same place. We have followed many practices since our grandparent’s time. They are time-tested and great practices. Today, we will discuss some of these practices. We will discuss the top 20 foods you will find in Maharashtrian houses in the rainy season. If you are a Maharashtrian, do comment on which food you like to have the most.
1.Dry Fish
If you stay in Mumbai, you will smell dry fish. These people love dry fish a lot. Also, they like to make different dishes using the same. People make chutney, curry, pickles, and other snacks. You will find it in almost every house in Mumbai.
2.Bhaji
There is no rain in Maharashtra without fitters. People make different kinds of fitters. They include veggies and flour. Mostly, they love to make Potato and onion fitters. Recently, coriander and fenugreek fitter\\\\s have been in trend too. Which fitter do you like to eat most during the rain?
3.Pickle
This dish is one of the finger lickings dishes for Maharashtra. Pickles are available everywhere. However, the once in Maharashtra has a spice and sourness out of the world. Plus, they are easy to make and preserve. Many well-known companies are making authentic pickles ready for eaters.
4.Green Mango
The rainy season in Maharashtra is known for Mangoes. There is a variety of mangoes available in the market. Moving further, one can choose from the raw ones to the ripened ones. People dry the raw ones in summer and preserve them in salt till the rains. It is a delicacy to have them.
5.Chirote
These are rice crackers. Have you seen rice crackers in different colors? Well, you can see them in Maharashtra. Just like dried mangoes, people dry the rice batter in the summer. They fry them in oil and serve during the rainy season. They are crunchy and a delicious dish to have.
6.Papad
Papad is similar to chirote. The only difference here is the flour. The flour that goes in Papad is quite different than the ones that go in Chirote. Furthermore, one can include spices in Papad, making it taste spicy. It is a good side dish for large meals.
7.Leafy Veggies
Maharashtra has an abundance of naturally available veggies. They are present majorly during the rainy season. They are freshly available everywhere around. Also, one can find different ways of cooking them. People include these in dals, veggies, salads, etc.
8.Indian Blackberry
If you are a fruit lover, the rainy season is the right time to visit Maharashtra. Here, you will get varieties of fruits. All of these fruits are available during the rainy season. Indian Blackberry is a small berry. It is sweet and delicious. You can eat it just after plucking it from the tree.
9.Tea
Just like, water is the elixir of life, tea is the elixir of life in the rain. We all need some warmth during the rainy season. Tea is the best warmth one can find. Also, it pairs great with fitters. People these days make herbal tea for more nutrition.
10.Black Currant
How many days will you survive with the black currant ice cream only? In Maharashtra, some places grow black currant. They are small berries available in the rainy season. Furthermore, one can eat them after mixing in salt too.
11.Jack Fruit
Jack fruit is available extensively in Maharashtra during the rainy season. You will see the fruit in the local coastal market. Also, it is cheaper. You can buy a whole jackfruit and consume it for days. It is a delicious and healthy fruit to have during the rain.
12.River Water Fish
They are also popular as freshwater fish or sweet fish. You will find them in the northern region of Maharashtra. People use this fish to make curry or chutney. Furthermore, they are available during the rainy season due to the high water flow.
13.Oyster Meat
We all know how famous Maharashtra is for its seafood. Oyster meat is something you will only find during the rainy season. It is a popular meat that makes many delicious dishes. Furthermore, you can try a few authentic recipes using the meat.
14.Crab
Another seafood for which Maharashtra is famous is Crab. One will find fresh crabs during the rainy season. People love to make curries using them. Also, you will find river water crabs that are sweet to taste. They make a great crab curry.
15.Clams
Have you tried freshwater clams in your life? They have different taste and texture. They give a lot of protein and other nutrients in every bite. Also, they are easy to cook. There are many recipes one can make using clams. Do give them a try and let us know what you think.
16.Dinkache Laddoo
You must be eating the usual high-protein Laddoo. Dinkache laddoo is one of them. They have wheat flour, edible tree gum, sugar, and other crushed nuts. People make them during the rainy season because of the warmth they provide to the body. Furthermore, you will find them in every household.
17.Methi Laddoo
They are just like the Dinkache Laddoo. People make them especially for the rainy season. They are a little bitter to taste. However, they will help you with all the diseases, infections, and other skin problems during the rainy season. You can have one or two as per your choice.
18.Banana Flower
Don’t worry, we are not talking about eating something like a rose. Banana flower is one of the vegetables you will find in the markets of Maharashtra. Usually, people grow it in their backyards. Some people sell it since they grow in plenty. It is a tasty vegetable to eat with lots of nutrients.
19.Cashew
How can we forget the king of nuts? Cashew is available in Maharashtra in abundance. One can make a spicy dish to a sweet dish using cashew. Also, have you heard of Kaju Katli? It is the fame of Maharashtra. You can try making it with some Maharashtrian Cashews.
20.Spices
India is full of spices, and so is Maharashtra. You will get to see many spices in Maharashtra in the rainy season. They provide the heat and warmth to the food. You can try some yourself to make your favorite Maharashtrian dish. Let us know what you want to hear about next.
