Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with a special Odia feast featuring a mix of sweet and savoury dishes.
These traditional Odia dishes offer a delicious way to celebrate the bond between siblings during this Raksha Bandhan.
Kanika: A sweet and fragrant rice dish cooked with sugar, ghee, & spices, sometimes with raisins & nuts. Typically served during festivals & as a special treat.
Mitha Dal: A sweet lentil dish cooked with jaggery and flavoured with cardamom. It’s a unique and sweet addition to the festive menu.
Aloo Potala Rasa: A curry made with potatoes and pointed gourd (potala), cooked in a spiced gravy. Typically served during festivals.
Besara: A mustard seed-based curry, typically made with vegetables like pumpkin, cauliflower, or beans. It's tangy and mildly spicy.
Pitha: Traditional rice cakes that come in various forms, like sweet and savoury. They can be filled with coconut, jaggery, or lentils.
Chenna Poda: A delicious, baked dessert made from chenna (cottage cheese) & sugar. It's a sweet way to celebrate and symbolizes the bond between siblings.
Rasabali: Deep-fried sweet cheese patties soaked in flavoured syrup. This rich and indulgent treat is a festive favourite.
Kheer: A creamy rice pudding made with milk, sugar, and cardamom. It’s a comforting and sweet ending to your Raksha Bandhan feast.