The people of Garhwal have a distinct identity from their respective traditions. Dress, way of celebrating festivals, lifestyle, everyone has their specialty. Not only this, the people here are fond of eating different types of dishes, they leave no stone unturned in hospitality. If you ever go to Garhwal-Kumaon, do not forget to taste the traditional food here.
1. Raita of Kumaon
The delicious taste of Kumaoni Raita not only enhances the taste of the food, but it is also sour and spicy in the food. Raita of Kumaon is preferred in Garhwal-Kumaon as it is equally delicious. In Garhwal, it is called Relu. To make Kumaoni Raita, the mustard powder is mixed in an earthen or wooden vessel and kept for curd for a day or two. Then add grated radish or cucumber to it. sprinkled over the grill. This raita is specially served at functions like weddings.
2. Flax Chutney
To make hemp chutney in Kumaon, dried linseed seeds are heated on a low flame till they turn light brown. It removes its raw material. After this, take linseed, green chili, green coriander, mint, lemon, and salt together on the grill.
3. Potato Flakes
You will not find the taste of Pahadi Aloo Gutkha anywhere else. To make this, potatoes are boiled and cut into big pieces. The whole red chilies are sprinkled in mustard oil. Dissolve turmeric, coriander, red chili powder, and salt in a little water. Put it in oil and also in boiled potatoes. Put green coriander on top and fry it lightly. This dish gets ready in a few minutes.
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