11 Indian states and their famous winter foods

Sujata Biswal

Punjab: Makki di Roti and Sarson da Saag A cornmeal flatbread (roti) paired with a curry made from mustard greens (saag).

Maharashtra: Misal Pav A spicy curry made from sprouted lentils, topped with onions, coriander, and farsan (crispy snacks), served with pav (bread rolls).

Gujarat: Undhiyu A savory, mixed vegetable dish baked upside down in earthen pots, often including seasonal vegetables like suran and carrots.

Delhi: Daulat ki Chaat A light, frothy sweet dish made from milk, often topped with saffron and nuts.

West Bengal: Nolen Gur (Jhola Nolen Gur) A liquid date palm jaggery used to sweeten various desserts during the winter months.

Assam: Til Pitha A rice-based pancake stuffed with a mixture of jaggery and sesame seeds, made on a hot pan.

Uttar Pradesh: Nimona A curry made from ground green peas cooked with spices.

Odisha: Dalma A lentil-based soup with seasonal vegetables, often served with steamed rice.

Kashmir: Harissa A slow-cooked, hearty meat stew, typically made with lamb or mutton and flavored with spices.

Bihar: Litti Chokha A rustic dish of wheat balls (litti) stuffed with sattu (roasted gram flour) and served with a mashed vegetable dish (chokha).

Arunachal Pradesh: Zan A thick porridge made from local grains and vegetables, providing a warm and hearty meal.