Cuisine & Must Try Dishes

Famous Dishes of Karnataka

Karnataka is a food lover’s paradise, offering a variety of flavors, textures, and regional specialties. From crispy dosas to spicy seafood and hearty millet dishes, Karnataka’s cuisine is a blend of tradition and taste. Here’s a closer look at some of the most iconic dishes you must try!

1. Mysore Masala Dosa – The King of Dosas

 Origin: Mysore

✅ What is it?

• A crispy, golden-brown dosa stuffed with spiced potato filling and coated with a fiery red chutney.
• Served with coconut chutney and sambar.

✅ Best Place to Try:

• Vidyarthi Bhavan, Bengaluru
• Hotel RRR, Mysore
• Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR), Bengaluru

2. Bisi Bele Bath – Karnataka’s Comfort Food

 Origin: Mysore & Bengaluru

✅ What is it?

• A spicy and flavorful one-pot dish made of rice, lentils, tamarind, vegetables, and a special spice blend.
• Served with boondi (fried gram flour crisps) or potato chips.

✅ Best Place to Try:

• MTR, Bengaluru
• Hotel RRR, Mysore
• Kamat Lokaruchi, Mysore Road

3. Ragi Mudde & Soppu Saaru – The Farmer’s Power Meal

 Origin: South Karnataka

✅ What is it?

• Ragi Mudde (finger millet balls) is a nutritious staple, rich in fiber and protein.
• Paired with Soppu Saaru (a flavorful spinach-based curry) or Bassaru (lentil-based gravy).

✅ Best Place to Try:

• Hallimane, Bengaluru
• Janatha Hotel, Mysore
• North Karnataka Khanavalis (local eateries)

4. Mangalorean Seafood – A Coastal Delight

 Origin: Mangalore & Coastal Karnataka

✅ What is it?

• A variety of spicy, coconut-infused seafood dishes, including:
  • Mangalorean Fish Curry – A tangy, spicy coconut-based fish curry.
  • Prawn Sukka – Dry, spicy prawns stir-fried with coconut and local spices.
  • Kori Rotti – Chicken curry served with crispy rice wafers.

✅ Best Place to Try:

• Machali, Mangalore
• Giri Manja’s, Mangalore
• Hotel Narayana, Karwar

5. Coorgi Pandi Curry – The Famous Pork Dish

 Origin: Coorg (Kodagu)

✅ What is it?

• A rich, spicy pork curry made with Coorg’s unique black vinegar (Kachampuli) and local spices.
• Best enjoyed with Kadambuttu (steamed rice balls).

✅ Best Place to Try:

• Coorg Cuisine, Madikeri
• Taste of Coorg, Madikeri
• Big Cup Café, Coorg

A Food Lover’s Dream in Karnataka

Karnataka’s cuisine is deeply rooted in tradition, offering a diverse range of flavors and regional specialties. Whether you crave a crispy dosa, a spicy curry, or a wholesome millet meal, Karnataka has something to satisfy every palate.

 Which Karnataka dish are you excited to try first?