Steaming momos and hot jalebis to warm Nashikites this winter
It's getting cold outside and in order to keep one warm, soothing recipes wait to be tasted.
Nashik has a host of traditional as well as newly-introduced dishes that can certainly provide warmth as the winter season sets in. While many believe in the comfort of the spicy mutton rassa served with a bajra bhakri, others would love to try the steamed momos. Whatever you're craving, the city of Nashik has it all for you. So stay warm this season with some of these hearty winter delicacies that you can gorge on.
Yummy dumplings
"There is no accounting for taste!" expresses Priyanka Sawanna, a self-confessed fan of momos. The hot, steamed dumpling served with the red Schezwan sauce is a delight for the taste buds. While momos are a staple delicacy from Tibet and some parts of North Eastern India, the snack has fast become a favourite snack for Nashikites, informs Priyanka. So head to the stalls on College Road where you can try this spicy, steamed delight.
Lipsmacking jalebis
The list would have been incomplete without the mention of the round, crispy, syrupy jalebis. Available at every nook and corner in sweet shops across the city, jalebi is the dessert you can enjoy for breakfast. Made fresh, the crispy, the sweet delights will melt in your mouth and can provide much needed comfort on winter mornings. "Some garma-garam jalebis can make anyone's day. Their unique shape and lipsmacking taste is what mesmerises me the most,'' reveals Jyotsna Pawar, an enterpreneur.
Savoury Thalipeeth
Made using multi-grain flour, roasted coriander and cumin seeds, green chillies and served with a dollop of butter, there's nothing you can't like about this Maharashtrian pancake. A 'fasting' food version of the same can be made using sabudana (tapioca) flour, rajgira and green chillies and served with cucumber raita or curd. Both taste equally good. "Winter blues are cured every time with some this jhatpat Maharashtrian dish," says Kavita Randive, from an event management firm.
Khandeshi mutton rassa and bhakri
For non-vegetarians the hearty mutton rassa (curry) from Khandesh is available year-round. But in winters, it acquires a different status thanks to its spicy nature and its combination with the bajra bhakri. "My tongue is always on fire when I try the red hot tambda rassa (red curry). But I wouldn't have it any other way. I always insist on finishing it despite the protest from my taste buds," expresses Abhishek Shinde, a student.
Cutting chai
Coffee lovers might say otherwise, but winter mornings are incomplete without the steaming cuppa of adrakwali cutting chai. It is also an energy drink for those tired after a long day at work. Enjoyed at an around-the-corner thela in a shot glass, the ginger tea will certainly provide a nice pick-me-up. "Tea is a part of our DNA. One cannot have as many cups of coffee in winter as one can have of tea," feels Pratima Shardul, a young professional.
Indulge in Shawarma
Remember the scene from Marvel's The Avengers movie? Towards the end of the film, Iron Man asks Captain America, "Have you ever tried shawarma? There's a shawarma joint about two blocks from here. I don't know what it is, but I want to try it." If that scene piqued your interest in this Arab delicacy made with meat served in pita bread and topped with spicy yogurt sauce, you'll be happy to know that you can enjoy it here in Nashik too. Foodies swear by the chicken shawarma available on College Road. "This non-vegetarian's delight is wrapped in the pita with chicken and chopped vegetables and served hot, a perfect must-try for this season," adds Sameer Shaikh, a businessman.
By Vishaka Nirmalka
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