For those belonging to the Afghan diaspora, this lightly spiced Afghan lamb or mutton skewer is associated with memories of Ramadan meals shared around the dastarkhan.
This is a classic from the backwaters and toddy shops of central Kerala, where fish is smothered in a spicy coconut-tomato masala, wrapped in banana leaves, and slow-roasted until smoky, tender, and aromatic.
A Goan Catholic favourite, Bangda Recheado combines slit, stuffed mackerel with a fiery red chilli–vinegar masala, shallow-fried in coconut oil until crisp.