Finger Millet Halwa
The use of ragi in this recipe for Finger Millet Halwa helps meet the demands of high-intensity physical labour within the tribal belts of Odisha.
Recipes
What kind of recipes do you love most? At The Locavore, we savour recipes that celebrate the heritage and culture of different regions and communities across the Indian subcontinent, and ones that use local and seasonal ingredients imaginatively. Oh, and recipes that are paired with delicious stories” those are our favourite kinds!
Futkal Chutney
This cooling, slightly sour-tasting chutney from Jharkhand is an ideal accompaniment to meals during the summer.
Mahua Kheer
Innate to Jharkhand, this kheer is made using Mahua flowers gleaned from the forest floor.
Yongchak Eromba
This version of the Manipuri Eromba brings together yongchak, ngari, and seasonal vegetables.
Daata Chorchori: Vegetable Stir-fry with Moringa Pods
This simple vegetable stir-fry from Bengal niftily uses leftover vegetables and food scraps.
Kata Chochori
This classic Bengali preparation transforms fish bones, head pieces, and fatty trimmings into a slow-cooked, flavourful, crisp-edged dish.
Ponkh Appe
This seasonal ponkh appe is inspired by Kathiawadi winter traditions.
Bhee ji Chaap
Dimple Bajaj Senani shares a recipe for Bhee ji Chaap, made using fragrant Sao masalo.