Maharastra

~popular foods of Maharashtra~ vada pav Vada Pav is a popular street food from Mumbai, India, often referred to as the "Indian burger." It consists of a spicy mashed potato filling (called vada) that is coated in a chickpea flour batter and deep-fried until crispy. The vada is then placed inside a soft pav (bread roll), typically served with chutneys—like tamarind, garlic, or green chutney—and sometimes accompanied by fried green chilies. It's a delicious, affordable, and filling snack that captures the essence of Mumbai's vibrant street food culture. puran poli Puran  Poli  is a traditional and popular sweet dish from Maharashtra, India, especially loved during festivals and special occasions like Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali. It is a type of stuffed flatbread made with  whole wheat flour  dough and filled with a sweet mixture called  puran . The word "Puran" refers to the sweet stuffing, and "Polo" means flatbread or pancake in Marathi.  Misal pav...