Planning a trip to Goa soon? You must try these delicious Goan dishes

By hindustantimes.com | Written by Chayanika Das

Updated On Jul 14, 2021 11:39 am IST

Goa is not just famous for its pristine beaches and amazing parties but also for its unique cuisine. Most of their dishes are Portuguese influenced and has a lot of aromatic spices in them.

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Goa chief minister Dr Pramod Sawant had hinted that the state will likely open for tourists after July 30. If you are planning a trip to Goa as soon as it opens its door for tourists then you need to try these authentic Goan dishes.(Instagram)

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Goa chief minister Dr Pramod Sawant had hinted that the state will likely open for tourists after July 30. If you are planning a trip to Goa as soon as it opens its door for tourists then you need to try these authentic Goan dishes.(Instagram)

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Goan fish curry: Goan Fish Curry is a staple in Goa. Marinated tilapia is cooked in a spicy coconut curry seasoned with coriander, lime, and curry leaf. (Instagram/@chaipanidecatur)

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Goan fish curry: Goan Fish Curry is a staple in Goa. Marinated tilapia is cooked in a spicy coconut curry seasoned with coriander, lime, and curry leaf. (Instagram/@chaipanidecatur)

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Caldine: Caldine, a mild coconut-milk based stew, can be prepared with prawns or fish.(Instagram/@pranaful)

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Caldine: Caldine, a mild coconut-milk based stew, can be prepared with prawns or fish.(Instagram/@pranaful)

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Xacuti: This popular Goan curry is prepared with an aromatic spice dressing of white poppy seeds and large dried red chillies. It goes great with rice or chapatti. (Instagram/@thesmokinelk)

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Xacuti: This popular Goan curry is prepared with an aromatic spice dressing of white poppy seeds and large dried red chillies. It goes great with rice or chapatti. (Instagram/@thesmokinelk)

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Bebinca: Bebinca, also known as bibic/bebinka, is a traditional Goan dessert prepared during festivals in Goa. It is a multilayered pudding cake made of flour, egg yolk, coconut milk, sugar with a tinge of nutmeg and ghee. (Instagram/@thefoodmeddler)

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Bebinca: Bebinca, also known as bibic/bebinka, is a traditional Goan dessert prepared during festivals in Goa. It is a multilayered pudding cake made of flour, egg yolk, coconut milk, sugar with a tinge of nutmeg and ghee. (Instagram/@thefoodmeddler)

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Cafreal: This dish originated in the Portuguese colony. Cafreal is a spicy chicken curry that was introduced into the Goan cuisine by the Portuguese and the African soldiers serving under the Portuguese.(Instagram/@goan_lifestyle__)

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Cafreal: This dish originated in the Portuguese colony. Cafreal is a spicy chicken curry that was introduced into the Goan cuisine by the Portuguese and the African soldiers serving under the Portuguese.(Instagram/@goan_lifestyle__)

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Vada Fritters: This South Indian dish is a great breakfast to start your day in Goa. Enjoy with a side of coconut chutney. (Instagram/@meemalee)

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Vada Fritters: This South Indian dish is a great breakfast to start your day in Goa. Enjoy with a side of coconut chutney. (Instagram/@meemalee)

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Goan sausages: Goa is famous for its spicy sausages also known as chouriço which is quintessentially Goan and the pride of its cuisine. (Instagram/@easyhostels)

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Goan sausages: Goa is famous for its spicy sausages also known as chouriço which is quintessentially Goan and the pride of its cuisine. (Instagram/@easyhostels)

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