Belgaum is one of the top cities in Karnataka. Belgaum is more popularly known as “Kundagiri Belagavi”. It has a rich heritage and culture. It is known for its historical background. It is also known as the second capital of Karnataka. It is developing as a smart city under the Smart Cities mission of PM Modi. But apart from this, Belgaum has a rich food culture. So here are the top 20 must-try foods in Belgaum.
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1.Kunda
Kunda originated in Belgaum. Kunda is a sweet dish made from khova and sugar. Due to the origin of Kunda in Belgaum, Belgaum is also known as Kundagari Belagavi. It is said that Kunda was prepared accidentally by a chef. The process of preparing Kunda is quite simple. Milk is thickened, and sugar is been added. A grainy texture appears. It is mixed with ghee and dry fruits. It is a must-try.
2.Shenga Holige
Shenga Holige is a sweet dish not only popular in Belgaum but throughout the entire Karnataka. It is basically a flatbread but has a tasty filling of jaggery and peanuts. It is served hot or cold as per preferences, with loads of ghee on it. It is even said to be a healthy snack. It is a must-try. It tastes heavenly.
3.Karadantu
Karadantu is another unique and sweet delicacy of North Karnataka. It doesn’t include many ingredients. It is basically made of sweet edible gum and loads of dry fruits and peanuts. It is chewy by nature. It is very healthy as it elevates calcium levels and reduces calcium deficiency in the body. It tastes good, and one cannot afford to miss it when in Gokak.
4.Kadak Rotti
Kadak Rotti is also known as Jolada Rotti in Kannada. It is made using jowar flour. A dough is made, flattened until the base is extremely thin, and roasted on firewood. It is very crispy. It has a unique taste. It is often paired with Junaka, Yenegaayi, etc. It can be stored for a long time. It is very healthy. The people of North Karnataka consume it on a daily basis.
5.Goli Bajje
Goli Bajje is the most common fried snack in Karnataka. It is also known as Mangalore Bajje. The ingredients include flour and curd. A few people add some sweetness and pieces of coconut to it. It is deeply fried and served hot. It is often paired with spicy coconut chutney. It tastes amazing and is a must-try.
6.Karjikai
Karjikai is another sweet dish known as gujiya in North India. It is a sweet dumpling with a stuffing of dry coconut, poppy seeds, nuts, and jaggery. It is the best sweet for people with a sweet tooth. It tastes heavenly and is a must-try.
7.Badanekayi Ennegayi
Badanekayi Ennegayi is a traditional food of North Karnataka. It is a spicy eggplant curry with loads of peanut masala, unique spices, and local herbs. It has a unique blend of spiciness, sweetness, and tanginess. The process of making Badanekayi Ennegayi is not simple and requires time to prepare. The taste is delicious, and one cannot miss it when in Belgaum.
8.Ukadiche Modak
Ukadiche Modak is a famous dish in Maharashtra and North Karnataka. Ukadiche Modak is the favorite dish of our Lord Ganesha. The process of preparing this Modak is quite time-consuming. It is made of rice flour. The stuffing is made of coconut, jaggery, sesame seeds, dry fruits, etc. It is steamed by putting a banana leaf underneath. It is steamed and garnished with kesar and pistachios. The taste is heavenly and a must-try.
9.Shevayya Kheer
Shevayya Kheer is a sweet delicacy made in North Karnataka. Shevayya is roasted in desi ghee and then boiled in sweetened milk. It is garnished with dry fruits and desi ghee. It contains nutrients and is considered healthy for your body. This creamy, textured sweet tastes heavenly, and one cannot stop after one bowl. It is a must-try.
10.Sabudana Khichdi
Sabudana Khichdi is the yummiest dish everyone loves. Sabudana is soaked overnight. Potatoes, peanuts, and other hot ingredients are added and roasted together until they mix well with the soaked sabudana. It is served hot, and a few people prefer it with some yogurt. It tastes delicious and is often consumed during fasts. It is a must-try.
11.Batata Poha
Batata Poha is the most famous breakfast item. Batata Poha is made by soaking Poha for a few minutes and then adding potato, onions, spices, coriander, etc. It is mixed all together and served hot. It is spicy and served with some chivada, or a few people even eat it with yoghurt. It is the best breakfast dish, as it is very fulfilling. It is a must-try.
12.Nargis Mandakki
Nargis Mandakki is a very popular puffed rice from Davanagere. It is now popular all over Karnataka. It is available everywhere. Nargis Mandakki is puffed rice mixed with spices and herbs. People even add onions, tomatoes, lemons, and sev. It tastes yummy, and almost everyone consumes it daily. It is a must-try.
13.Ambode
Ambode is also known as Masala Vada or Chattambade. It is prepared during celebrations and festivals. It is a very popular tea or coffee snack. This spicy, deeply fried vada is made using lentils, or chana dal. The dal is soaked and ground. Spices, onions, dill leaves, etc. are added. It is shaped into a vada and deeply fried. It is served hot with chutney or ketchup. It is a must-try.
14.Hittina Holige
Hittina Holige is a very famous rice-stuffed paratha. It is best paired with mango shikaran or pumpkin sabzi. The process of making Hittina Holige is quite easy. Hittina Holige is made from maida. It is very healthy and tastes delicious. It is a must-try.
15.Tambda Rassa
Tambda Rassa is made using mutton stock. It is widely famous all over Maharashtra and some parts of North Karnataka. It is considered to be the spiciest dish. It is very aromatic and rich in flavor. It has various flavors, spices, and herbs. One cannot afford to miss it. It is a must-try.
16.Jolada Rotti With Brinjal
Jolada Rotti is a thin flatbread that is very crispy. It is paired with brinjal. Brinjal Sabzi has various methods of preparation. Some people stuff it with peanut masala and other spicy, cooked foods. Some people cut the brinjal and cook it. Jolada Rotti with Brinjal tastes spectacular. It is a must-try.
17.Vadapav
Vadapav is the most famous street food in India. It is loved by every Indian and enjoyed by all age groups. Vadapav is very simple to prepare. A tasty aalo masala is prepared with a blend of unique spices. It is dipped in besan and deeply fried. It is sandwiched in a soft pav. The pav is layered with spicy red chutney and tasty pudina chutney. It is served hot with mirchi. It tastes amazing and is very fulfilling. It is a must-try.
18.Pandhara Rassa
Pandhara Rassa is the most famous soup in Maharashtra and Belgaum. It is made of coconut milk. There is a unique blend of spices and herbs. It is served hot. It tastes amazing. It is a must-try.
19.Alu Vadi
Alu Vadi is a typical Konkan dish and has a lot of popularity in Belgaum. A special kind of leaf known as colocasia or taro root leaves is known in Gujarat as Patra. These leaves are stuffed with a batter of besan mixed with loads of spices, herbs, and other flavors. It is rolled and steamed. After steaming, it is cut into small pieces. These pieces are fried in oil with sesame seeds and other spices. It tastes delicious and is a must-try.
20.Jhunka Bhakar
Jhunka Bhakar is the comfort food of Belgaum. Jhunka is made using besan. Bhakar is a flatbread made with Jowar. It is the best combination. It is eaten with onions, thecha, and mango pickles. It is a wholesome meal. One cannot afford to miss Jhunka Bhakar at any cost.
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