Foods of Lakshadweep: Are you someone who loves to travel to the beach? If yes, then Lakshadweep must also be on your bucket list. Located close to the coast of Kerala, this island will impress you with its beauty. The pristine white beaches, crystal-clear waters and serene sea life are the top attractions here. But another reason to visit this place is the delicious food here. Being an island, it has a variety of delicious seafood and other delicacies that make it a paradise for foodies. Suppose the food of this place will force you to come again and again. So, if you are visiting Lakshadweep, take note of these local delicacies that you must try during your trip.
Here are 5 local dishes that you must try in Lakshadweep
1.Mas Podichathukya Are you a fan of tuna? Then you should not forget to try this delicious dish. ‘Maas’ in the local language means dried tuna. Dried tuna is cut into small pieces and mixed with chopped coconut, turmeric, garlic, onion and delicious spices. It gives a very distinct taste and tastes best when mixed with steamed rice. You can eat this dish for lunch or dinner.
2.Kilanji This unique dessert is like a desi version of the classic crepe. Made from rice and egg batter, it provides a super crispy texture. Kilanji is best enjoyed with sweet and watery dishes prepared with coconut milk, bananas and jaggery. It will definitely cure your sweet cravings in no time. And if you want to make it at home, here’s an easy recipe for you.
3. Musa Kavab Another popular local dish that you must try in Lakshadweep is Musa Kavab. The taste of this dish is somewhat similar to the meat podichathu. But it is prepared from boneless fish called ‘mus’. The fish is marinated with a paste of spicy spices and then cooked in a tomato-based curry. The decoration of coriander leaves gives a feeling of freshness to the dish.
Octopus fry, is there any octopus lover in the house? Here’s a delicious dish that might just become your new favorite. To make it, baby octopus is fried with green chillies, garlic and some other spices. The result is this crispy and spicy snack that is perfect to enjoy by the beach in the evening. Do not forget to mix it with spicy sauce to really enjoy its taste.
Kadalakkaia introduces you to another delicious dessert of the island. It is basically a cake that is made with chana dal and eggs. It is traditionally cooked in a pressure cooker, which gives it a highly soft and moist texture. It is much healthier than other sweets and you must try it whenever you come here. It also contains a lot of nuts like almonds and raisins, which makes its taste even more spectacular.