Name: Rath Yatra 2026 Special: Traditional ~Odia Dalma~ Recipe For A Wholesome Meal
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 150 g split pigeon peas (toor dal), washed; 1 small Raw banana, peeled and cubed; 150 g pumpkin, cubed; 1 medium Potato, cubed; 1 carrot, sliced; 100 g Elephant yam (suran), cubed; 60 g papaya, cubed (optional); 2 tomatoes, chopped; 1 tsp grated ginger; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 2 dried red chillies; 1 Bay leaf; ½ tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Roasted cumin powder; ½ tsp roasted coriander powder; 1 tbsp Ghee; 1 tbsp grated fresh coconut (optional); to taste Salt; 900 ml Water

Question 1

1. What is Odia Dalma?

Accepted Answer

Odia Dalma is a traditional dish composed of toor dal, vegetables in season, and a variety of spices. It is commonly served over steamed rice.

Question 2

2. Why is Dalma associated with Rath Yatra?

Accepted Answer

Odia Dalma is traditionally prepared when the Puri Rath Yatra festival takes place and is regarded as one of the dishes served during the offering known as Chappan Bhog.

Question 3

3. Can I make Dalma without pumpkin or raw banana?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can replace vegetables in season like sweet potato, radish or beans using the same traditional cooking techniques.

Question 4

4. Does authentic Dalma contain onion and garlic?

Accepted Answer

Typically, Odia Dalma is cooked without adding either onions or garlic because the flavour is derived from roasted cumin, ginger and other spices.

Question 5

5. Can Dalma be stored for later?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dalma can be kept in the refrigerator for some time by covering it in an airtight container.

Odia Dalma

Rath Yatra 2026 Special: Traditional Odia Dalma Recipe For A Wholesome Meal

Ingredients

Rath Yatra 2026 Special: Traditional
Odia Dalma
Recipe For A Wholesome Meal