Odia
cuisines are very popular in India. One such popular Odia cuisine is Dalma. It
is not just a dish, but a cultural identity of the state. The dish, typically
made from dal and vegetables, is used a temple food as well as home food. It is
quite nutritious, less oily and less spicy. It has multiple health benefits, especially
useful for gastro-related problems.
The
preparation of Dalma is very simple and not so time consuming, hence making it
one of the most favored dishes of youths dealing with hectic work schedule. It
is generally made from toor dal and contains chopped vegetables like green
papaya, unripe banana, eggplant, pumpkin, gourd etc. It is garnished with
turmeric, mustard seeds, and panch phutana. . There are several variations of
this dish. However, the format of making dalma is same.
The
dish is so popular in eastern India, particularly in Odisha that one may find
several hotels across the state with the name 'Dalma'. The food is well tasted and highly respected.
Those who know cooking, naturally know how to cook Dalma in Odisha.
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