15 Must have Alibaug seafood dishes

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1. Pomfret Fry

A local favorite, pomfret is marinated in coastal spices, then pan-fried or deep-fried until crispy.

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2. Surmai (Kingfish) Curry

Kingfish cooked in a rich coconut-based curry, flavored with tamarind and local spices.

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3. Bombil (Bombay Duck) Fry

This unique fish is marinated and deep-fried to crispy perfection, while remaining tender inside.

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4. Prawns Koliwada 

A popular street food in coastal Maharashtra, prawns are batter-fried with spices to create a crunchy and spicy snack.

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5. Crab Masala 

Fresh crabs cooked in a spicy masala sauce made with coconut, chilies, and spices. Best enjoyed with rice or chapati.

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6. Shellfish Sukka

Clams or mussels cooked with grated coconut, curry leaves, and aromatic coastal spices in a dry-style preparation.

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7. Tisrya (Clams) Curry

A delicious clam curry prepared with coconut, kokum, and spices, offering a tangy, flavorful experience.

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8. Lobster Thermidor

Although typically continental, fresh Alibaug lobsters prepared with a creamy sauce and cheese make for a luxurious meal.

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9. Fish Thali 

A complete meal with fried fish, fish curry, sol kadhi, rice, chapati, and sides like pickle and papad.

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10. Kolambi (Prawns) Biryani

Fragrant basmati rice cooked with prawns, spices, and herbs, this biryani is a coastal twist on the classic.

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11. Kalwa (Oysters) Masala

Fresh oysters prepared in a thick, spicy masala gravy with coconut and coastal spices.

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12. Ravas (Indian Salmon) Fry

A meaty fish, Ravas is marinated in spices and shallow-fried, often served with a side of sol kadhi.

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13. Mandeli Fry

Small golden anchovies (Mandeli) marinated in coastal spices and deep-fried till crisp. A perfect accompaniment to a seafood meal.

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14. Squid Masala 

Tender squid rings cooked in a spicy masala sauce, flavored with tamarind, garlic, and coconut.

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15. Bangda (Mackerel) Curry

Mackerel fish is cooked in a tangy, spicy curry made from tamarind and coconut, giving it a burst of local flavor.

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