Try 29 thali from 28 States to experience India's diverse culinary culture. As you are aware, India is divided into 28 States, and each of them has its own distinct cultures, traditions, and cuisines. Travellers worldwide have long admired India's tremendous diversity, particularly its cuisines and languages. As you travel from one Indian State to another, you can easily distinguish between the regional cuisine, cooking methods, and spices used.

 

Jammu and Kashmir's -Kashmiri Thali:

Kashmir is renowned for its regal delicacies in addition to its picturesque lakes and natural beauty. The best non-vegetarian plate, which contains local fare like Rogan josh, Yakhni, and Gushtaba, is the Kashmiri thali. You can enjoy the delicious components of this traditional thali at any time of day, including Saffron rice, Munji chetin, Kashmiri haaq, roti, and shufta.

 

Himachal Pradesh-Himachali Thali

 

Dham thali is another name for Himachali thali. Himachal's Dham is a delectable holiday dish. These traditional thali dishes are slow-cooked to give them a distinctive flavour. Steamed and fried Taro leaves, rock salt-cooked lamb, boiled mango with jaggery, and sweet caramelised rice with raisins and dry fruits are among the dishes served at Himachali Dham.

 

Haryana-Haryanvi Thali

The traditional thali served on a Haryanvi thali includes dishes like Mithey chawal, Kachri ki sabzi, Bajra aloo ki roti, besan masala roti, Hara dhania cholia, Alsi ki Pinni, and Kachi lassi. The homemade ghee, butter, and curd are what give this substantial regional thali its flavour. Haryanvi thali offers a divine dining experience to all food lovers when paired with a tall glass of lassi.

 

Uttarakhand-Kumaoni Thali

 

It is a unique traditional thali that welcomes foodies with a variety of local delicacies. Delicious foods like Aloo ka Jholor, Potato Stir-Fry, Phaanu, Baadi, Pomegranate Chutney, Cucumber Raita, Black Turtle Beans or Bhut ki Daal, and Poori are included in the thali. Any visitor to Uttarakhand would consider eating these dishes from the Kumaoni thali to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

 

Punjab- Punjabi Thali

 

The Punjabi traditional thali is as enormous and robust as the inhabitants of Punjab. It includes well-known North Indian dishes like butter chicken, chicken tandoori, chole, paneer tikka, dal makhani, Makki di roti, and Sarso ka saag. The Punjabi thali will fill up every available space in your system when paired with a glass of sweet lassi and lots of ghee. Additionally, nothing could be more special for a pleasant train ride than a Punjabi thali.

 

Uttar Pradesh thali:

Uttar Pradesh, thalis are authentic North Indian dishes. This thali's major ingredients include dal, vegetables, sweet potatoes that have been smoked, roti, and rice. The tali from Uttar Pradesh shows the influence of both Awadhi and Mughlai cuisines. Unexpectedly, the state is well known for its culinary specialties, including paan from Benaras, royal biryani and kebab from Lucknow, petha from Agra, and Peda from Mathura.

 

Rajasthan-Rajasthani Thali

 

Rajasthani traditional thali represents the state's ancient regal cuisines. The key attractions of this thali are the bajra, makka, jowar ki roti, daal baati churma, and gatte ki sabzi. The food ingredients in the Rajasthani thali include spiciness, tanginess, sweetness, and sourness. Even though papad ki kadhi and mangodi ki sabzi are less well-known Rajasthani dishes, some restaurants offer them on this platter.

 

Gujarat-Gujarati Kathiawadi Thali

Gujarati Kathiawadi thali offers a variety of meals with a sweet-salty-spicy flavour. You can savour thepla, puri, bhakri, dhokla, papdi, sev mamra, and maal purah in this grand Indian thali. There is no greater dish than a Kathiawadi Gujarati thali to give your palette a delicious treat with a variety of flavours at once.

 

Maharashtra-Maharashtrian Thali

 

Maharashtrians have very high standards when it comes to eating. Traditional Maharashtrian dishes like Poli, Bhakri, Bhajis, Chapatti, Daal, Sabudana vada, and Pao Bhaji make up the majority of a thali. This Marathi thali is delicious when served with sweets like aamras and sheera. In contrast, a non-vegetarian Maharashtrian thali will satisfy your appetite with regional mutton dishes like mutton Sukka, mutton Lonche, and Alani soup.

 

Goa-Goan Thali

Seafood is the main component of a Goan thali. One can find spicy curries like Vindaloo and Sheet Kodi Nustea in this fantastic thali (fish curry). Kismur, a Goan salad prepared with fried prawns and grated coconut, is also included in the dish. Do you enjoy seafood? Try the Goan thali with a cup of Sol Kadi, a kokum-coconut milk beverage, from the area. You will without a doubt enjoy the delectable Goan thali, just like the Goan beaches.

 

Andhra Pradesh-Andhra Thali

 

One of India's top platters is the Andhra traditional thali. This mouthwatering plate is presented with its meal components on a banana leaf. Avakya, Charu (a sort of rasam), and a small bit of ghee are served with rice and yellow lentil (mango pickle). The bandhar ladoo and rava ladoo that are served with the Andhra thali are equally delicious.

 

Telangana Special Thali

The thali served in Telangana is comparable to the thali served in Andhra Pradesh. Due to Telengana's 2013 separation from Andhra Pradesh, both states share a similar culinary tradition. Vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and seafood thalis are among the three varieties of Telangana thalis. This thali includes some of the most well-known regional dishes, including Kodi Roast, Jonna Roti, and Kuntikura Pappu (lentils cooked with rozelle leaves, red pepper flakes, and mustard seeds) (boneless chicken cooked dry in Telengana style).

 

Karnataka-Kannadiga Oota Thali

A classic Kannad thali, the Kannadiga Oota thali includes dishes like Koshambari, playa, and gojju. The Karnataka thali is filled to the brim with local specialties like the rice flatbread Akki roti, the masala-stuffed brinjal Badane ennegai, the yellow lentils and greens Gattisoppu, the garlic-chilli chutney Ranjaka, the fritters, and the sweet-sour yoghurt. There are no set guidelines for creating a Kannadiga Oota thali; you are free to use your culinary creativity to combine lovely flavours on one platter.

 

Kerala-Sadhya Thali

The Kerala Sadhya thali is a fantastic illustration of exquisite Indian traditional cuisine. With this fantastic Sadhya thali, food enthusiasts celebrate Onam, the well-known harvest festival of Kerala. The elaborate Sadhya thali includes dishes like Uepperi (fried and salted banana chips), Inji soup (ginger curry), Parippu, Sambar, Olan (spicy pumpkin curry), Pulissery (a unique recipe made with pumpkin and yoghurt), Avial (mixed vegetables), Kaalan (the banana curry), Moru Kachiyathu (buttermilk), etc. This thali was traditionally served as a multi-course meal with 26 vegetarian dishes.

 

Tamil Nadu-Chettinad Thali/Sappadu

The plate known as a "Chettinad thali" comes from Tamil Nadu's Chettinad district. The Nattukotai Chettiars or Nagarathars group of the state significantly influenced the cuisine items of this thali. This famous thali's recipes include salted veggies and sun-dried meat. This thali's flavorful mutton biryani, cooked with seeraga samba rice and Tawa-fried prawns, will win you over.

 

Bhojpuri Thali:

The Bhojpuri thali, which has its roots in the legendary state of Bihar, is sure to astound you with its varied plate. Famous Litti ka Chokha, delectable Sattu ka Paratha, Kale Chane, Rasiyaaw (rice dessert), and Gurma (raw mango chutney) are all included in your thali to satisfy your appetite.

 

Jharkhand Thali:

 

Experience a desi feast in Jharkhand and wow yourself. The delights are served on a thali that includes dishes like Dhuska and Litti Chokha, seasonal salad, dhania-lahsoon chutney, Dhuska, and aloo-chana curry, as well as Kurthi dal, urad dal dumplings, Lal Saag, and Marwa Rotis made from rice and ragi flours. Mutton ka jhol, dehati chicken, and Dudiya and Dudh pitha are available for non-vegetarian food aficionados.

 

Dalma Oriya Thali:

 

This hearty Thali from the eastern state is made up of vegetables with a straightforward panch Phoran flavour that isn't spicy. The Roti, Rice, Phakala (rice in fermented and spiced curd), Dalma (signature lentil and vegetable dish), Karela Bhaja (bitter gourd fries), Aloo Posto (potatoes with poppy seeds), Baingan Chatka (roasted brinjal mash), Phulgobi Kosha (dry cauliflower curry), and Tomato Khatta (sweet-sour tomato and date) are all included in the Dalma Oriya.

 

Bengali Thali

 

Seafood and flavorful spices influence Bengali traditional thali. Begun Bhaja, Patol Bhaja, Shukto (a medley of bittersweet vegetables), Shaak and Alu Bhaaja to Cholaar Dal, Bhaat (rice), Maach Bhaja (barbecue), Maccher Kalia (fish curry), and Kosha Mangsho make up the entire Bengali traditional thali that is served to foodies on the go. You can enjoy the flavour for a long time by taking Payesh and your favourite "Rosogullas" from the thali.

 

Chhattisgarh-Chhattisgarh Thali

With the Chhattisgarhi Thali, Central India's most picturesque state reveals real tribal cuisine. When you order a thali, you can savour well-known foods like Fara, Rice Pakoras, Dehati Vada, and Muthiya. A variety of pieces of bread, including angakar poori, paan roti, and chusela, are included in this traditional thali. Choose delicious desserts from your favourite Chhattisgarhi thali, such as Kusli and Sweet Fara.

 

Madhya Pradesh thali

 

You can enjoy a decadent Thali prepared with Butte ki kees (heavily spiced corn mixed with milk), Dal bafla, Poha, and Malaiidar Shikanji in Madhya Pradesh, the country's heart. The food items in this thali will make you hungry for traditional Gujarati and Rajasthani dishes.

 

Assam-Assamese Thali or Aalohir Exaj:

 

Assamese Thali/Aalohir Exaj - Assamese Thali begins with staple dishes such as Khar (special curry made from uncooked papaya, lentils, and powdered dry banana skins), Pura (smoked meat or fish), Poitabhat (soaked rice garnished with mustard oil, onion, and chillies), Pitika (a type of mash), Shaak bhaji (green leafy vegetable), Bor (fritters), It's a great opportunity to try the popular Assamese fish Tenga, which is a spiced sweet-and-sour fish curry that will wow you with its delicious flavour when served in this thali.

 

Manipuri-Meitei Thali:

 

A Thali rich in enticing food offerings includes Eromba (baked hidol fish and vegetables), Sinju (vegetable salad), Thanbou (lotus stems), Ooti (peas curry), Chareng (fish curry), Pakora thongba (gramme flour curry), Manikha (a brinjal and fish oil mixture), Kangsoi (vegetable stew), Chambut (boiled and made with papaya), Kangsoi (boiled This Meitei thali's satisfying local dish is chak hao khee, a black rice dessert made with cardamom powder.

 

Sikkim-Sikkimese Thali:

You will be delighted by mouthwatering, non-oily foods that are native to the region of the stunning terrain. We are discussing Sikkim's culinary traditions. The Sikkim traditional thali is served with momos, Dalle chilli and tomato chutney, Thukpa (noodle soup), Gundruk (fermented baby greens), Chhurpi ka achaar (yak milk pickle), Ningro curries (mess-around-head curry gravy), Sel roti (doughnut-style bread), and Shimi ka achaar (string beans and sesame pickle).

 

Meghalaya: Meghalayan Thalia:

Sesame seed is a flavorful element in the regional specialty thali that is offered in Meghalaya. The savoury traditional Thali is adorned with a variety of dried meat dishes, a special dal called "Daineiiong," and healthy Meghalian savoury Puklein boiled vegetables. You should try this thali if you are from a North-Eastern state.

 

Arunachal Pradesh- Arunachali Thali

Arunachal Pradesh offers a special Thali with the refreshing flavour of bamboo shoots as the major ingredient called the Arunachali Thali. The fundamental foods that are offered here with pork meat and Lukter include cheese, soybeans, and rice on the customary dish (dried meat chilli flakes). Enjoy this colourful Arunachali thali amid the majestic and verdant North Eastern State mountain range.

 

Mizoram-Mizo Thali

Time to savour some Mizo Chawmeh, or non-oily Mizoram cuisine. Vawksa (smoked pork), Samtawk, Bai (soup), Hmarcha Rawt (chili chutney), Chhum (a type of salad) with chow cluster beans, Behiiang, and other dishes make up the Mizo Thali. This exquisitely unique thali elevates the brilliance of Mizo cuisine.

 

Nagaland-Naga Thali

 

Nagaland, located in a valley of lush greenery, is also known for its food enthusiasts. Nagaland's traditional Thali is presented with simplicity and variety. The delicious Naga Thali is loaded with vegetables, grains, and meat-based dishes. The staple food of the Naga thali is also (Naga khichdi, which is made with both meat and vegetables). Author, Dzutse, and Ruhi may be the real flavour of your fun when paired with conventional beverages like rice beer.

 

Tripura- MUI Borok Thali

Tripura, one of the seven sisters' states, extends a warm welcome to you and treats you to some of its most popular cuisines. The heavenly flavour of aromatic spices is enhanced in the traditional MUI Borok Thali, which is served with Khichuri, Begun Bhaja, Tomato Chutney, Aaloo sabzi, Fish Stews, and Mua. Don't pass up the opportunity to sample the delectable dishes of the Borok Thali when visiting Tripura.

 

Indian Tahlis are well-known throughout the world. Visit India and sample these 29 unique thalis from 28 different Indian states. If you have ever tried one of these thalis, kindly describe the flavour for us.