Goan fish curry or the Xitti Kodi is the staple diet of every Goan making it a famous food of Goa. The Goan fish curry is loaded with various spices along with coconut. Raw mango is also used to give the dish a tangy flavour. The main ingredients of the dish are a decent-sized Pomfret and raw mango. Instead of Pomfret, Kingfish may also be used. This Goan dish is served along with rice.
Chicken CafrealINR 280
Cafreal chicken is a spicy green coloured dish that will leave your mouth watering. Grinding green chillies, herbs and various spices together make the masala for the chicken. Then, the chicken is mixed with this masala and fried. This Goan dish does not require anything on the side but it may be served with salads.
Goan Pork VindalooINR 250
'Vin' comes from the word vinegar and 'ahlo' means garlic in Portuguese. It is said that this Goan food was previously called Vindahlo but because of the use of potatoes, folks started calling it Vindaloo (aloo means potatoes). The dish consists of pork, onions, chillies, garlic along with Vinegar and other spices.
Chicken XacutiINR 220
Chicken Xacuti consists of poppy seeds and Kashmiri red chillies. This is yet another Portuguese influenced famous Goan food. The Goan curry consists of chicken, potatoes, onions, coconuts, chillies, and other spices. Kashmiri chillies are specifically used as they give intense hot flavour and also give colour to the dish. This is one of the most popular Goan Food.
Samarachi KodiINR 110
Samarachi Kodi is a dish prepared during the monsoons. It is a dry prawn curry. Dry prawns, onion, coconut, tamarind and tomatoes are the main ingredients which a friend with a spicy, tangy masala. Coconut milk is added to give it the typical flavour and texture. Some also use Bombay ducks instead of prawns. Samarachi Kodi is served best with hot rice and pickle.
Prawns Xeque XequeINR 280
Prawns Xeque Xeque is a classic Goan dish of prawns, coconut milk, tomatoes, green chillies and onions. The masala is mixed with prawns and added to sauteed onions, garlic and tomatoes. The coconut milk is added gradually. This Goan dish can be accompanied with Sannas, dosas or fugias.
Crab XacutiINR 350
Crab Xacuti is a famous dish of Goan Food. The preparation of this dish is similar to that of Chicken Xacuti. But the claws of the crab need to be carefully removed and the crabs are then to be boiled for 15 minutes before proceeding. Eggs may be added to the curry to make it thicker and fluffy in consistency.
Fish RecheadoINR 440
'Recheado' means 'stuffed' in Portuguese. Another Portuguese influenced dish, this dish consists of pomfret stuffed with tangy masala and onions. This dish may be served with warm Goan bread.
BebincaINR 250
Bebinca is one of the most famous and loved dessert of Goa. It is a multilayered cake that is prepared using coconut milk, sugar, eggs and flour. The batter is poured into the pan and backed layer bay layer before lining it. The dish uses caramelised sugar and not just normal sugar giving the dessert a rich flavour.
Sol Kadhi
INR 300
This special drinks in Goa are mostly had after meals especially after rice and are known for its digestive properties.
Passion Fruit Mojito
INR 600
Consists of Chalong Bay Rum pure series, fresh lime, mint leaves,
passion fruit,
sugar and top soda water.
Feni
INR 800
The staple drink of the state, Feni is something you can't escape when in Goa unless you've been living under a rock. Just like Potatoes, tomatoes, chilies, pineapples, and the cashew nut came to India with the Portuguese, Feni too was introduced by them in the 16th century. Feni is made majorly from cashew or coconut palm sap, which is then fermented and distilled.
