🥘 Top 5 Odia Dishes You Must Try in Pune – Discover Authentic Flavours at Khushdil


If you’ve never tasted Odia cuisine, you’re missing out on one of India’s most underrated food traditions. At Khushdil Pure Veg in Mahalunge, Pune, we bring you the authentic flavours of Odisha – simple, soulful, and packed with regional charm.

Whether you're from the eastern states missing home-style food or a foodie looking to try something new, these top 5 Odia dishes are a must-try.





1. 🥔 Aloo Dum Vada – The Perfect Street Snack Combo


A classic in every Odia household and street corner, Aloo Dum is a spicy potato curry bursting with flavour, paired perfectly with crispy vadas. At Khushdil, we serve it fresh, hot, and just like it’s made in Cuttack or Bhubaneswar.

🧠 Did you know? Aloo Dum in Odisha is often made with mustard oil and local spices, giving it a smoky, rustic flavour.




2. 🍛 Dalma – Odisha’s Soul Food

This comforting dish is a combination of dal (lentils) and seasonal vegetables tempered with ghee, cumin, and bay leaf. It’s healthy, protein-rich, and forms the backbone of an Odia meal.

🌱 Health Tip: Dalma is oil-light and naturally gluten-free — perfect for those watching their diet.



3. 🫓 Pakhala Bhata (Fermented Rice Water Dish)


While this dish is more common during the summer in Odisha, we sometimes bring it out as a special at Khushdil! Pakhala is fermented rice soaked in water, served with fried vegetables or mashed potatoes. It cools your body and aids digestion.

🌞 Fact: Pakhala Diwas is celebrated on 20th March every year in Odisha to promote this traditional summer dish!



4. 🍲 Saaga Bhaja – Stir-Fried Leafy Greens

Made with seasonal green leaves like amaranth (Kosala), this dish is quick, nourishing, and best enjoyed with rice. It’s seasoned lightly with garlic, green chillies, and mustard seeds.

🍃 Odia Wisdom: "Eat saaga every day, and stay healthy all your life!" It’s an age-old belief backed by the fibre and iron content in these greens.

5. 🍚 Odia Thali – The Complete Experience 

If you want a taste of everything Odia, go for our Odia Thali at Khushdil. It includes:

  • Rice or chapatis 

  • Dalma

  • Saaga

  • Aloo Bharta

  • Chutney

  • Papad & a sweet to finish

🧡 Why It’s Special: Balanced, nutritious, and satisfying – this thali reflects the true essence of Odia home cooking.

📍 Where Can You Try All This in Pune?

Right here at Khushdil Pure Veg – located in Vtp Circle, Kamthe Pravesh dawar, Mahalunge, Pune. We prepare every dish fresh, with traditional methods, and serve it with love. Whether you’re dining in, ordering online, or booking our catering, you’ll always get a taste of home.

❤️ Final Thoughts

Odia food isn’t just about spice or oil — it’s about balance, tradition, and comfort. At Khushdil, we invite you to explore these dishes, share a meal with friends or family, and discover something truly authentic in Pune.

📞 Call or WhatsApp to order: +91 7894165673

📍Vtp Circle, Kamthe Pravesh dawar, Mahalunge, Pune

📲 Follow us on Instagram: @khushdil.pune

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