Foods That are not Indian

Shukto

Shukto

This may come as a surprise to the Bengalis who are very possessive about their dishes, but Shukto originates from Portugal. Made of bitter gourd it was originally prepared by the Portuguese. The influence of Portuguese cuisine can be seen in Goa as well as Eastern India. Today Shukto has been given a new avatar with more vegetables being added to it but it is not Indian.