7 Traditional Indian Christmas Dishes You Must Try This Festive Season

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Christmas in India is celebrated with a rich spread of traditional dishes that reflect regional flavours & festive warmth. Here are 7 must-try Indian Christmas delicacies.

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Sorpotel (Goa)

A spicy pork dish cooked with vinegar, garlic, and bold spices. Sorpotel is usually made ahead of time and served with sannas or pao during Christmas lunches.

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Pork Vindaloo (Goa)

This tangy and fiery curry is prepared using dried red chillies, vinegar, and garlic. Authentic versions skip potatoes and focus on deep, robust flavours.

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Roast Chicken or Turkey (Pan-India)

Indian-style Christmas roasts are marinated with ginger, garlic, pepper, and whole spices, giving a fragrant and juicy festive centrepiece.

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Duck Roast (Kerala)

A popular Christmas dish among Kerala Christians, duck roast is cooked with coconut slices, onions, and black pepper for a rich, spicy flavour.

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Appam and Stew (Kerala)

Soft rice appams paired with a mild coconut milk stew made with vegetables or meat are a comforting Christmas favourite.

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Plum Cake (Pan-India)

Dense and dark, Indian Christmas plum cake is loaded with dried fruits soaked in rum or brandy, making it a festive essential.

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Kulkuls (Goa & Mangaluru)

Crispy, curled cookies lightly sweetened and deep-fried, kulkuls are a classic homemade Christmas treat.

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