Bihar is one of the various states of the country from where many big officers pass the examination every year. Along with its education, Bihar is also known for its history and culture. Every year lakhs of tourists reach Bihar and like to enjoy the food along with the places here. Yes, Bihar is known for its traditional cuisine which attracts the attention of tourists. These dishes make the mouth water of every person who wants to taste the food. Today in this episode, we are going to give you information about the traditional dishes of Bihar which are the pride of this place and are known all over India.

Dal Puri
Dal Puri is very famous among the people in Bihar. In most of the houses, it is prepared with great enthusiasm by the people. It is also included among the most famous foods of Bihar. If we talk about the method of making it, then it is made just like potato paratha. Instead of potatoes, it is filled with ground pulses.

Litti Chokha
The delectable taste of Litti Chokha, which is loved by all, needs no introduction. This is a very famous dish of Bihar rich in ghee. It is made by mixing wheat and sattu with spices, making round sharp balls, and dipping them in ghee. The texture of Litti with its crunchy crust makes it a foodie's delight. Chokha is prepared by mashing boiled vegetables (potatoes, brinjal, tomatoes), adding spices and chopped onion, garlic, etc. and served as a complimentary dish with Litti.

Thekua
Thekua, you will see this dish more during the Chhath festival celebrated in Bihar. It is slightly hard and sweet to eat. It is prepared by kneading ghee, powdered sugar or jaggery, cardamom, etc. together in flour and then frying it. Its color is light golden due to which it attracts people towards itself.

Khaja
Khaja is a type of dish that is mainly made from flour, sugar, ghee, or dalda. It is very popular in Bihar, Orissa and West Bengal of Eastern India. Silav and Rajgir are two such places, where Khaja is considered better than others. Through Bihar and neighboring states, Khaja has now become popular in other states also.

Chana Ghugni
Chana Ghughni is a traditional dish eaten as breakfast in almost every household in Bihar. It is very spicy. To make it, it is prepared by mixing fried chuda bhuja with boiled gram, onion and spices.

Dudhauri
Dudhauri is a traditional sweet of Bihar. This is especially made on the occasion of Holi. The most special thing about this sweet is that it is ready in a very short time. This sweet can be easily prepared in 20 to 25 minutes. It can also be packed on road trips and picnics. Rice, milk, sugar, and ghee are used to make it. It is made in both the states of Bihar and Jharkhand.

Dhuska
Dhuska is a traditional breakfast in Bihar. It is especially eaten for breakfast. It is said that this North Indian recipe goes best with Ghugni Chaat. Its most special thing is that it is cooked using minimum spices. Let us tell you, rice, gram dal, black gram, green chili, garlic, and coriander leaves are used to make it. You can make potato vegetable or salad etc.

Suran Chutney
Suran Chutney is a vegetable made from Suran and Jimikand which is rich in protein, minerals, and antioxidants. It is also considered good for diabetic people. You can serve this chutney with your meal or in your breakfast. Serve the Bihari Suran Chutney Recipe with Dal Palak, Bhindi Masala, and Phulka for lunch.

Tarua
Tarua is also a traditional Bihari dish. You can count it among the breakfast dishes. You can eat it with chutney and tea. If we talk about the method of making it, then brinjal, gram flour, rice, green coriander, ginger, green chili, garlic, mustard, salt, and turmeric are used for it. Finally, it is fried in 'mustard oil'.

Anarsa
Anarsa is also a traditional Bihari dish. It is made especially on the occasion of festivals. Rice, jaggery, cardamom, fennel, and dry coconut are used to make Anarsa. Finally, it is deep-fried in oil. It looks like Malpuve.

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