Habisha Dalma
Kartik is considered as the holiest of months. Habisyalis who hold kartik vrat and Bada Osa make it a point to have meal once a day. So, they prefer eating Habisha Dalma which is prepared without turmeric, onion and garlic. Apart from raw banana, green moong dal and a few vegetables like elephant apple, taro and yam are major vegetables that add aroma to the dalma. Needless to say, Habisha Dalma plays a vital role in the lunch platters of Kartik month, especially during Mondays.