Best Pork Dishes of Goan

Goa is an exotic place known for its great cuisines, drinks, nightlife and R&R facilities. A person can easily get lost in the crowd and forget all his worries. Pork, Chicken, Fish and seafood play a vital role in creating almost all Goan dishes and each of the dishes would tempt you to take second helpings. So if you are planning to try Goan dishes then you must begin pampering your taste buds with delicious pork dishes of the State. Here’s a list of food items that must be on your menu if you like to try exotic pork dishes.

     Vindaloo: It is a sweet and sour recipe that would leave you craving for more. Its main ingredients are vinegar, ginger, palm sugar, chilli, pork and other Indian spices. The best part about Vindaloo is that you can find it at most places of the world and every where it would taste different. Vindaloo can also be created using fish, prawns or squid. But the pork is the heart of this dish and certainly more filling.

Chouriço: If you like sausages then Chouriço should be your first choice. It’s created by chopping pork and adding in delicious ingredients like vinegar and Indian spices. You can try it out with fried onions and peppers. You can also squeeze it between famous Goan Pao or bread rolls to make it a belly filling meal. The best part about this dish is that you can eat it anytime of day or night and walk it off by taking a walk near the beach.

Sorpotel: This dish is not for the lighthearted. It should only be tried out by you if you have no objection from eating pig’s liver without a blink. Sorpotel is created by using pig liver, its heart and its tongue. You can compliment this dish with adding in rice or Pao. When you get courage to eat it once, you would surely like to try it over and over again.

Though there are several more dishes that can be easily found in an authentic Goan restaurant, these three should top your list. All these dishes would go quite well with a beer or feni or any other wine you like. After all what’s better than trying on delicious cuisines on a holiday.

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All You Need to Know about Cashew Feni

If you have ever been to Goa then you must have heard of Feni. It is one of the most exotic drinks that is served at every nook and corner of Goa. So if you are curious to know more about this delicious drink then here’s your chance. This article tries to describe when and how the Feni came into existence in Goa and what’s so special about it.

History: Well let’s start with the beginning. Most people who have tasted Feni are aware of the fact that it is either cashew or coconut Feni. In this article we are focusing on cashew Feni. It has been into existence since many decades. The cashew tree was brought to India and specifically Goa somewhere in the seventeenth century. It is believed that Goa actually started the trade of cashew with French, Portuguese, English, Dutch or Arabs. After the success of trade of Cashew, some genius distilled cashew into an alcohol.

Cashew Feni has a unique and exotic taste. Some people become its fans from the first sip, while others want at least a glass to decipher its taste. No matter how your first experience with the drink is, you’ll surely crave more after some time. The smell of a Feni is similar to a cashew only. So if you have tasted a cashew, you can get a fair idea about the taste of Feni.

Creation: Now let’s have a look at how this amazing drink is created. First of all the cashews are handpicked by the experts. Only the cashews that are ripe and fallen from the tree on their own are considered. Then the cashews are clumped and their juices are extracted. Then the Feni is distilled from cashew wine. The distillation process is long and somewhat tedious but the end result is fantastic. Nothing additional is put in while creating the Feni like yeasts, colours or aromas which is common while creating other wines.

Most people prefer to drink it neat. But if you are trying it for the first time, it is suggested that you add something in it. The something can be plain water, soda or even a hint of lemon. All these would only enhance the taste of Feni and give you a memorable experience. So what are you waiting for, try on a Feni now to offer a real treat to your taste buds and some relaxing time to your mind.

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Best Non Alcoholic Drinks of Goan

Most people think that Goa is the place where you can enjoy alcoholic drinks and seafood only. This perception is completely wrong. Goa has a lot to offer to vegetarians as well. So if you are a vegetarian seeking the best cooling, refreshing and tasty drinks that would keep you happy then do keep reading on. Here’s a list of top non alcoholic drinks that are gaining popularity in Goan.

    Soft Drinks: The history of soft drinks in Goan is a bit controversial. Popular brands like Coke and Pepsi were banned over here for a few decades which has led to popularity of other soft drinks. You can find a huge supply of Campa and Thumbs Up. Both these drinks are quite different in taste than Coke and Pepsi and can be a nice change. You can also find Limca over there which is a bit lemony in flavor and most beneficial for dealing with nausea and upset stomach.

OJ’S: If you are a fan of Orange Juice then Goan has a lot to offer. The most popular and widely available orange juice is Gold Spot which is meant for people who like a lot of sweetness. This drink would make you feel addicted to it after a few sips only. So you must try in once while visiting Goan.

Fruit Juices: If you are a health conscious person, then you can easily get used to the fresh fruit juices served in Goan. You can try out different flavours; mix the juice of two fruits to get an exquisite outcome. You can also choose to buy the juice from a fine dining restaurant or from the street vendors.

 Lassi: You can try out a special dahi based drink lassi too. It is mostly a north Indian drink meant to refresh you and give you instant energy. You can choose to make your lassi salty or sweet. It totally depends on your preferences. Apart from lassi you can also find exotic milkshakes in Goa. You can opt for different flavors in milkshakes too like Chocolate, Strawberry or Vanilla.

 Water: Goan also offers a wide variety of water. You can purchase treated, boiled or bottled water from a number of stalls and shops spread across Goan. It’s always a good idea to drink a lot of water while on a vacation as it would keep you from being dehydrated and remove the toxins from your body.

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Best Breakfast Options Of Goan

We all know that having a filling breakfast in the morning keeps a person energised throughout the day. It’s essential to have a hearty and filling breakfast especially if you are enjoying a holiday. Doing so would allow you to have ample amount of energy to enjoy the day. On the other hand if you prefer to have a light meal in the morning, you can still find many healthy breakfast options. These options would be rich in protein and taste delicious as well. So you won’t be able to resist them.

When it comes to Goan food then here is a list of exotic items that you must try for your breakfast.

Omelettes: If you like omelettes, you should certainly begin your day with the special Goan Omelette. It has a number of exotic spices that would leave you craving for more. The quantity of oil used in creating these omelettes is also quite good so even if you have a single omelette, your stomach would not feel empty.

Alebele: Some people have a liking for pancakes but they don’t try it in the mornings. If you are also one of them then trying Alebele should be considered by you. It is a delicious pancake filled with coconut and syrup. It has its unique flavor that is hard to describe. But the taste of it is so unusual that you would easily fall into the routine of eating it on a daily basis.

Tropical Fruit Salad: If you are in the habit of eating fruits then do try the tropical fruit salad of Goa. It’s usually steeped in coconut milk and home-made set yoghurt. This makes it hard to resist and a healthy option too. You can also choose the fruits you like and ask the cook to avoid putting in the fruits you don’t like because in Goan, customer is really the king.

Idli or Wada: Most people think that idli or Wada are popular in South Indian states like Kerala. They are completely wrong. You can find an idli or Wada stall at every nook and corner of Goan. Just enjoy its rich taste with freshly cooked Smabhar and Nariyal Chutney.

Dosa: When we speak of Idli, the next thing that comes to mind is a dosa. If you are in Goa, trying on a masala dosa that’s full of scrumptious spices and a bit “thikha” is a perfect choice. The fillings of a masala dosa usually include mashed potatoes and pieces of nuts.

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All you need to know about Cashew Feni

If you have ever been to Goa then you must have heard of Feni. It is one of the most exotic drinks that is served at every nook and corner of Goa. So if you are curious to know more about this delicious drink then here’s your chance. This article tries to describe when and how the Feni came into existence in Goa and what’s so special about it.

History

Well let’s start with the beginning. Most people who have tasted Feni are aware of the fact that it is either cashew or coconut Feni. In this article we are focusing on cashew Feni. It has been into existence since many decades. The cashew tree was brought to India and specifically Goa somewhere in the seventeenth century. It is believed that Goa actually started the trade of cashew with French, Portuguese, English, Dutch or Arabs. After the success of trade of Cashew, some genius distilled cashew into an alcohol.

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