From the Goa Table: 7 Lesser-Known Rainy Season Dishes You Can Try at a Beach Destination

Besides being a famous place to relax and enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the beach, Goa It is considered a treasure for all foodies. Especially famous during monsoon, the destination turns into a delightful paradise where every household prepares the best delicacies with the fresh monsoon produce savoured with the famous Goan alcoholic drinks. However, visiting Goa at any time of the year sounds fun but trust us, Goa’s monsoon food menu is something you cannot miss. Since the destination is heavily influenced by Portuguese cuisine, the special monsoon ingredients will definitely offer you the experience of a lifetime. We have put together a list of 7 lesser-known places monsoon dishes that you should try before the season ends.

Patoleo

This delicious Konkani cake is specially prepared during festivals and monsoon. These sweet turmeric cakes are filled with coconut, jaggery and cardamom powder for a delicious taste. Pata is a steamed delicacy that can also be prepared in a pressure cooker. Try it warm or chilled and enjoy!

Killachi Bhaji

This delicious bamboo shoot curry presents a savoury flavour to the palate. Finely chopped bamboo shoots are soaked overnight and then boiled to make a refreshing and monsoon-friendly bhaji. This delicacy is mixed with onions, white peas and spice powders for a delicious treat. To give a hearty Goan twist to this recipe, the killachi bhaji is paired with coconut and served hot for a satisfying meal.

aluwadi

This crunchy Indian snack is prepared with a mixture of taro or colocasia leaves. Also known as Pathorde in South India, this delicacy is popular throughout the Konkani region. This delicacy is steamed and prepared with a spicy gram flour filling. The aluwadi is then rolled into tight bundles and steamed until cooked. The aluwadi can be cut into small or large pieces as per your preference. Don’t forget to enjoy aluwadi with a hot cup of tea.

Taiklo Bhaji

This delicious stir-fried delicacy is much loved in Goa during the monsoon. Taikilo grows in abundance in the hilly regions of Goa and is harvested to prepare this nutrient-packed dish. Taikilo bhaji is prepared by mixing tora leaves with spices and garlic. Do try it and enjoy!

Olmi Mushroom Juices

Olmi, or xacuti mushroom, is a delicious treasure of Goa’s rainy season. Wild mushrooms, olmi, are harvested and cooked in the form of xacuti in Goan homes. The mushroom is mixed with coconut-based gravy and sprinkled with a selection of powdered spices and red chillies for a delicious flavour.

Akurache Bhaji

This delicious Goan dish is prepared using edible monsoon fern ‘Akur’. The fern is also paired with shrimp for a hearty meal. To prepare Akurache Bhaji, the ferns are combined with spices like cumin, nutmeg, cloves, garlic and mace. The Akur is then mixed with a mix of spices, coconut and shrimp for a mouthwatering flavour.

Kismoor dried macherel

This tasty Goan dish is prepared using dried mackerels, which are not only loaded with protein but also serve as a perfect accompaniment to white rice and Goan coconut curry. This delicacy is also known as Sukhya Bangdyachi Kismoor and is considered a favourite during the monsoon season in Goa. The mackerels are flaked and mixed with chopped onions and spice powders, making it a must-have dish during the season.