Flavors of Bihar: 10 Iconic Bihari Dishes Winning Hearts Worldwide

Feb9,2025

Smoky wheat balls stuffed with spiced sattu, served with mashed brinjal and tomato chutney.

Litti Chokha

A crispy and sweet deep-fried snack made of wheat flour and jaggery.  

Thekua

Bihari-style dumplings stuffed with spiced lentils, similar to momos but with an Indian twist. 

Dal Pitha

A centuries-old crispy, layered sweet soaked in sugar syrup, loved across Bihar and beyond.  

Khaja

A nutritious stuffed paratha filled with roasted gram flour, spices, and mustard oil

Sattu Paratha

Spicy and tangy black chickpeas cooked with masalas, a popular street food.  

Chana Ghugni

A mouthwatering delicacy of spicy, pan-fried mutton pieces, famous in Champaran.  

Mutton Taash

A rich, deep-fried pancake soaked in sugar syrup, often served during festivals. 

Malpua

Bihari-style yogurt-based curry with fried dumplings, best enjoyed with steamed rice.  

Kadhi Badi

A flaky, deep-fried dessert similar to a glazed doughnut but with an Indian touch.  

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