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Malvani Ghavane: A Delicious Dive into Coastal Indian Cuisine

Malvani Ghavane: A Delicious Dive into Coastal Indian Cuisine
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Malvani Amboli

Discover the Secrets to Soft & Fluffy Malvani Amboli!

Discover the Secrets to Soft & Fluffy Malvani Amboli!
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Malvani Chicken

Malvani Gavran Chicken Sukha

Malvani Gavran Chicken Sukha
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Malvani Chicken Rassa

Malvani Chicken Rasso

Malvani Chicken Rasso
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Malvani Methichi Bhaji – A Little Sweet and A Little Bitter

Malvani Methichi Bhaji – A Little Sweet and A Little Bitter
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Malvani Bangda Fry

Malvani Crispy Bangda Fry

Malvani Crispy Bangda Fry
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Spicy Cashew Apple

Malvani Cashew Apple

Malvani Cashew Apple
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Malvani Crispy Prawns Fry

Malvani Prawns Fry

Malvani Prawns Fry
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Malvani Mutton Chaap Masala

Malvani Mutton Chaap Masala
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Mutton Soup

Mutton Soup – Healthy and Easy to Make

Mutton Soup – Healthy and Easy to Make
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A Malvani Food Blogger

Kunal Gurunath Bandekar
Kunal Gurunath Bandekar

My name is Kunal Bandekar and I welcome you to my FOOD Journey. I belongs to Malvan (Sindhudurga) well known small but sweet town in West coast of Maharshtra, India.
My love towards our Local, Traditional - Malvani, Kokani Food gave this idea to spread the Kokani, Malvani food to the whole World with the help of this Food Blog.

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Famous Kokani Hirvya Vatanyachi Usal 🌿🍛 A t Famous Kokani Hirvya Vatanyachi Usal 🌿🍛

A traditional Konkani Green Peas thick curry made with authentic Malvani spices and aromatic whole masalas. Simple, comforting, and full of Kokan flavors 🌊🤍

Ingredients:

Soaked & Boiled Green Peas – 100 grams
Black Pepper – 6–7
Cloves – 4–5
Cinnamon Stick – 1 inch
Bay Leaves – 2
Star Anise – 1
White Pepper – 2
Cumin Powder – ½ tsp
Coriander Powder – 1–2 tsp
Malvani Bhajka Masala – 1 tbsp
Malvani Red Chilli Powder – 1 tbsp
Onion (Finely chopped) – 1
Potatoes – 2 (Optional)
Malvani Base Gravy – 1 cup
Coriander (Finely chopped)
Salt – To taste

Recipe – Refer Video ▶️

#KokaniRecipe #MalvaniFood #HirvyaVatanyachiUsal
Relaxed Malvani morning — Soft, Fluffy Amboli wi Relaxed Malvani morning — Soft, Fluffy Amboli with a Cup of  Hot Tea 

मालवणी निवांत सकाळ - लुसलुशीत आंबोळी आणि चहा

#MalvaniMorning #AmboliLove #TeaTime #KonkanVibes #SimpleComfort
🌊🍽️ Hidden gem in Malvan! 🍽️🌊 If y 🌊🍽️ Hidden gem in Malvan! 🍽️🌊
If you’re in Malvan this place is a must-visit 👌
📍 @hotel_kavatkar , near Bharat Petroleum Pump, Dewoolwada, Malvan
Today’s plate was pure comfort food 💛
🥞 Ghavne – soft, fresh & perfectly cooked
🥥 Amboli – light, fluffy and authentic
🌴 Coconut Chutney – fresh, mildly sweet, just perfect
🍛 Usal – full of flavour, Homemade taste
Whether you’re a Veg lover or a hardcore Malvani Non-Veg fan, this place won’t disappoint 🙌
Perfect for breakfast & lunch, with that true Malvani Homemade taste 🤍
Simple place, honest food, and flavours that feel like home 🌾🌊
Highly recommended if you want real Malvan on your plate!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
#HotelKavtkar #MalvanFood
#MalvaniFood #GhavneAmboli
Breakfast Goals LocalEats FoodFromKonkan 🌴🍛
श्री देव रामेश्वर, कांदळगाव आणि श्री शिवराजेश्वर त्रैवार्षिक भेट सोहळा, मालवण
📍 Hotel Manas Banana Leaf – Surur, Satara @ma 📍 Hotel Manas Banana Leaf – Surur, Satara @manas.satara

If you’re ever traveling on the Satara–Pune highway and craving authentic Maharashtrian flavours, Hotel Manas Banana Leaf is a must‑stop! 🤤💛
This is one of my favourite spots for Nashta while driving from Pune towards Satara!

✨ What I Loved:
🌿 Ambience: Clean, peaceful, and family-friendly. Perfect for a refreshing highway halt.
🍛 Food Quality: Absolutely top-notch! Everything tasted fresh, flavourful, and comforting.
🚻 Clean Washrooms: A BIG plus for travelers. Super clean and well-maintained!
🍽️ Variety: From classic Maharashtrian, South Indian nashta to full meals, they have a LOT to choose from.

🔥 My Picks:
💥 Their Misal Pav is a total game-changer — spicy, balanced, and full of flavour!
☕ And the Filter Coffee- Smooth, aromatic, and just the right kick for the road.

If you love clean spots with amazing food and quick service, this place deserves a bookmark! ⭐

#misalpav #misal #manassatara
Makarsankrant Special - Tilache Ladu Ingradients Makarsankrant Special - Tilache Ladu

Ingradients - 

• Sesame seeds - 500grams
• Jaggery (Chikicha Gul) - 450 grams
• Roasted Chana Dal - 50 Grams
• Dried grated Coconut - 50 grams
• Water - 1/4 cup

Recipe - Refer Video

Tilache ladu 
Makarsankrant 
Makarsankrati 
Winter Recipes
Sesame seeds

#tilacheladoo #tilgul #makarsankranti2026🪁❣️ #winterrecipes
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Recent Posts

  • These Two Curry Bases Will Help You Master Malvani Cuisine!
  • Make sure you get these Crisps in Malvani Cuisine.
  • The Best Five Malvani Vegetarian Curries You Must Taste!
  • The Top 5 Malvani Sea Food Curries You Must Try!
  • It’s About Malvani Cuisine!

Recent Recipes

  • Malvani Matki Usal
    A Culinary Journey: How to Make Authentic Malvani Matki Usal
    1 hr Intermediate
  • Malvani Ghavane
    Malvani Ghavane: A Delicious Dive into Coastal Indian Cuisine
    2 hrs 30 mins Advanced
  • Kokani Amboli
    Discover the Secrets to Soft & Fluffy Malvani Amboli!
    2 hrs Intermediate
  • Malvani Chicken Sukkha
    Malvani Sukha Chicken – Spicy juices crawling on your tounge

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Famous Kokani Hirvya Vatanyachi Usal 🌿🍛 A t Famous Kokani Hirvya Vatanyachi Usal 🌿🍛

A traditional Konkani Green Peas thick curry made with authentic Malvani spices and aromatic whole masalas. Simple, comforting, and full of Kokan flavors 🌊🤍

Ingredients:

Soaked & Boiled Green Peas – 100 grams
Black Pepper – 6–7
Cloves – 4–5
Cinnamon Stick – 1 inch
Bay Leaves – 2
Star Anise – 1
White Pepper – 2
Cumin Powder – ½ tsp
Coriander Powder – 1–2 tsp
Malvani Bhajka Masala – 1 tbsp
Malvani Red Chilli Powder – 1 tbsp
Onion (Finely chopped) – 1
Potatoes – 2 (Optional)
Malvani Base Gravy – 1 cup
Coriander (Finely chopped)
Salt – To taste

Recipe – Refer Video ▶️

#KokaniRecipe #MalvaniFood #HirvyaVatanyachiUsal
Relaxed Malvani morning — Soft, Fluffy Amboli wi Relaxed Malvani morning — Soft, Fluffy Amboli with a Cup of  Hot Tea 

मालवणी निवांत सकाळ - लुसलुशीत आंबोळी आणि चहा

#MalvaniMorning #AmboliLove #TeaTime #KonkanVibes #SimpleComfort
🌊🍽️ Hidden gem in Malvan! 🍽️🌊 If y 🌊🍽️ Hidden gem in Malvan! 🍽️🌊
If you’re in Malvan this place is a must-visit 👌
📍 @hotel_kavatkar , near Bharat Petroleum Pump, Dewoolwada, Malvan
Today’s plate was pure comfort food 💛
🥞 Ghavne – soft, fresh & perfectly cooked
🥥 Amboli – light, fluffy and authentic
🌴 Coconut Chutney – fresh, mildly sweet, just perfect
🍛 Usal – full of flavour, Homemade taste
Whether you’re a Veg lover or a hardcore Malvani Non-Veg fan, this place won’t disappoint 🙌
Perfect for breakfast & lunch, with that true Malvani Homemade taste 🤍
Simple place, honest food, and flavours that feel like home 🌾🌊
Highly recommended if you want real Malvan on your plate!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
#HotelKavtkar #MalvanFood
#MalvaniFood #GhavneAmboli
Breakfast Goals LocalEats FoodFromKonkan 🌴🍛
श्री देव रामेश्वर, कांदळगाव आणि श्री शिवराजेश्वर त्रैवार्षिक भेट सोहळा, मालवण
📍 Hotel Manas Banana Leaf – Surur, Satara @ma 📍 Hotel Manas Banana Leaf – Surur, Satara @manas.satara

If you’re ever traveling on the Satara–Pune highway and craving authentic Maharashtrian flavours, Hotel Manas Banana Leaf is a must‑stop! 🤤💛
This is one of my favourite spots for Nashta while driving from Pune towards Satara!

✨ What I Loved:
🌿 Ambience: Clean, peaceful, and family-friendly. Perfect for a refreshing highway halt.
🍛 Food Quality: Absolutely top-notch! Everything tasted fresh, flavourful, and comforting.
🚻 Clean Washrooms: A BIG plus for travelers. Super clean and well-maintained!
🍽️ Variety: From classic Maharashtrian, South Indian nashta to full meals, they have a LOT to choose from.

🔥 My Picks:
💥 Their Misal Pav is a total game-changer — spicy, balanced, and full of flavour!
☕ And the Filter Coffee- Smooth, aromatic, and just the right kick for the road.

If you love clean spots with amazing food and quick service, this place deserves a bookmark! ⭐

#misalpav #misal #manassatara
Makarsankrant Special - Tilache Ladu Ingradients Makarsankrant Special - Tilache Ladu

Ingradients - 

• Sesame seeds - 500grams
• Jaggery (Chikicha Gul) - 450 grams
• Roasted Chana Dal - 50 Grams
• Dried grated Coconut - 50 grams
• Water - 1/4 cup

Recipe - Refer Video

Tilache ladu 
Makarsankrant 
Makarsankrati 
Winter Recipes
Sesame seeds

#tilacheladoo #tilgul #makarsankranti2026🪁❣️ #winterrecipes
Follow on Instagram

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