Did you know Sangli is Asia’s number one global hub for turmeric trade? Sangli is known as the Turmeric City of Maharashtra. It has the highest number of sugar factories. It is also known as the healthcare hub of India and India’s raisin hub. This metropolitan city is also known as the Yellow City of India. Apart from this, Sangli is also known for its food culture. So, here are the top 20 must-try foods in Sangli.
1.Bhadang
Bhadang is the most famous snack in Maharashtra. Puffed rice is mixed with groundnuts, garlic, chunks of Maharashtrian masalas, herbs, spices, etc. It is mixed well and roasted for a few minutes. It tastes delicious when mixed with some raw onions and spicy green chilies. It has a lot of flavours and tastes really good. It is a must-try.
2.Vadapav
Vadapav is the most loved snack by every Maharashtrian. 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.
3.Kothimbir Vadi
Kothimbir Vadi is an authentic dish from Maharashtra. The main ingredient in Kothimbir Vadi is coriander. Kothimbir, in Marathi, means Corriander. It is made using coriander leaves, masalas, besan, peanuts, etc. It is pan-fried and served hot as a side dish. It is a popular tea snack in Maharashtra. It is a must-try.
4.Misal Pav
Misal Pav is the most authentic dish in Maharashtra. The famous Misal Pav is in Nashik, Kolhapur, Pune, and Sangli. These 4 cities serve the best misal pav in Maharashtra. Misal is made using Sprouts, spices, herbs, etc. It is garnished with onion, farsan, curd, poha, etc. It is paired with soft loaves of bread and enjoyed. It is a must-try.
5.Amboli
Amboli is a famous Malvani dish of Maharashtra. Many people confuse Amboli with Dosa. The key difference between them is that amboli is a pancake made of rice flour, urad daal, and other spices. It is different from dosa. Amboli is paired up with spicy coconut chutney, red chutney, onions, etc. It tastes delicious.
6.Thalipeeth
Thalipeeth is the comfort food of Maharashtra. Thalipeeth is considered to be healthy. It is made from a flour named bhajane. It is flattened and roasted. It is roasted in a pan with a little oil, ghee, sesame seeds, etc. It is served hot with some thecha, spicy red chutney, and onions. It tastes delicious.
7.Jhunka Bhakari
Jhunka Bhakari is the comfort food of Sangli. Jhunka is made using besan. Bhakair 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.
8.Sabudana Wada
Sabudana Vada is the most favourite dish of everyone. Sabudana is soaked overnight. Boiled potato, powdered groundnuts, spicy green chillies are mixed in the soaked sabudana. It is then shaped into a vada and deeply fried. It is crispy and tasty. It is served hot with coconut chutney. It is a must-try.
9.Kanda Poha
Kanda Poha is the most famous breakfast item. Kanda 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 garnished with loads of onions. It is the best breakfast dish, as it is very fulfilling. It is a must-try.
10.Shev Bhajji
Shev Bhajji is most famous in Gujarat and Maharashtra. Shev is added to the curry. It is enjoyed with some roti or steamed rice. The flavors of tomato, onion, and tamarind make the Shev Bhajji tastier. It is a must-try.
11.Olli Bhel
Olli bhel is the most famous Maharashtrian snack. Olli Bhel is similar to normal Bhel but more juicy. It is rich in flavours, spices, and tamarind. It is garnished with loads of shev, onions, and chilies. It is a must-try.
12.Idli-Vada
Idli-Vada is not only a South Indian breakfast but also a famous breakfast dish in Maharashtra. Everyone loves Idli Vada and enjoys it with spicy coconut chutney and vegetable curry. They even top Idli with red chutney and ghee to enhance the taste. It is a comfort food for every Indian. It is healthy and tastes great.
13.Bharleli Vangi
Bharleli vangi is the most authentic dish in Sangli. Vangi means brinjal in Marathi. Vangi is stuffed with peanut powder, red chili powder, other spices, and herbs. It is steamed for a few minutes and served hot. It is spicy and tastes delicious with soft chapati or roti. It is a must-try.
14.Bhakarwadi
Bhakarwadi is a must-try snack when in Maharashtra. It has flavours of sweet, spicy, and tangy. It is made of gram flour, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, and other customizable additives. It is spiral-shaped and crispy. It is the most famous snack enjoyed by everyone.
15.Solkadhi
Solkadhi is an appetizer drink made from coconut milk, raw spices, and unique masalas. It is served cold after meals as it helps with digestion. It is found in all Maharashtrian households. This drink is loved by everyone. It is a must-try when in Maharashtra.
16.Vada Usal
Vada Usal is the most authentic Maharashtrian snack. Basically, thin, textured sprout curry is prepared, and vada is added to it. It is spicy and delicious. It is served hot. It is garnished with onions and loads of farsan. It is even made with soft pavs. It is a must-try Maharashtrian snack.
17.Puran Poli
Puran Poli is the most loved sweet dish in India. It is known by different names in different regions of India. It is said to have originated in Maharashtra. It is made using boiled and smashed chana dal with jaggery. The mixture is stuffed inside a flatbread made of gram flour. It is heated with loads of ghee. It is served hot. It is paired best with milk, mongo shikran, ghee, etc. It is a must-try.
18.Kharvas
Kharvas is basically a milk pudding. It is special and rare because it is made from the colostrum milk of cows or buffaloes. It is healthy as it takes care of your gut health. This sweet delicacy tastes heavenly. People prepare many other dishes out of Kharvas. Plain Kharvas tastes heavenly. It is a must-try.
19.Shankarpali
Shankarpali is known by various other names in other parts of India. Shankarpali is a sweet snack made from sweet dough. It is cut into a diamond shape and deeply fried. This sweet snack is simple. It is the best pass time snack.
20.Batata Vada
Batata Vada is the famous snack of Maharashtra. It is made of boiled and mashed potatoes. The smashed potatoes are mixed with loads of spices and herbs. It is dipped in gram flour and deeply fried. It is served hot with spicy chutney. One cannot afford to miss this snack when in Maharashtra.
