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Bihari cuisine

Bihari cuisine originates from the Indian state of Bihar and features hearty, flavorful dishes often centered around rice, lentils, vegetables, and spices. Common ingredients include mustard oil, turmeric, ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Popular dishes include litti chokha (roasted wheat balls with mashed vegetables), sattu (roasted gram flour), and various curries and pickles. The cuisine reflects a blend of indigenous influences and regional traditions, emphasizing robust flavors and simple cooking techniques. It is known for its comfort foods that are both satisfying and rooted in local agricultural practices.