Fishing ban in Goa? Have no fear, try these alternatives instead

Abigail Crasto

LOVE AT FIRST BITE

In the coastal state of Goa, seafood is an integral part of the humble meal, xit-kodi-nustem (fish curry rice) that's widely consumed daily.

Goa| Humble meal| Rice | Curry| Fish| | Photo: Abigail Crasto

OH FISH!

With the aim of facilitating the breeding of fish, the annual two-month fishing ban came into force in Goa on June 1, bringing fishing activity in the state to a halt.

Goa| Trawlers| Fresh Catch| Fish| | Photo: Franky Gracias

SUN-KISSED

Does that mean no nustem (fish) during the rainy season? Ahead of the fishing ban, Goans would traditionally salt and sun-dry fish with the aim of stocking it as they went about making arrangements for the rainy days to come.

Goa| Benaulim | Dry Salt Fish| | Photo: Kimberly Colaco

PICKLED PARA

On a cold, rainy day, sun-dried bangde (mackerels), which are pickled in a spicy vinegar, are relished with hot rice.

Goa| Para| Pickled| Dry Fish| Delicacy|

KISMOOR

When fresh fish is hard to find, Goans also relish their meals with kismoor, prepared from dried prawns.

Goa| Goan Thali| Kismoor| | Photo: Katia Goes

SIMPLE SALAD

Another delicacy, made from dried mackerel and veggies, is a quick and yummy salad.

Goa| Dry Fish| Salad|

PORK SAUSAGES

If dried fish doesn't appeal to you, consider eating the spicy Goan chourico (sausages) that are stocked in many homes prior to the rains.

Goa| Food| Goan Sausages| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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