Ou khatta facts for kids
Ouu khatta
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| Type | chutney or marmalade |
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| Place of origin | India |
| Region or state | Odisha and Assam |
| Main ingredients | elephant apple |
Ou Khatta (Odia: ଔ ଖଟା) is a delicious sweet and sour dish from India. It's a type of chutney or marmalade, which are fruit spreads often served with meals. The main ingredient is a unique fruit called ou, also known as the elephant apple.
This special dish is usually made with jaggery, a natural sweetener similar to unrefined sugar. You'll find Ou Khatta mostly in the Indian state of Odisha and sometimes in Assam. It's especially popular after the monsoon season. Sometimes, ou fruit is even added to other dishes like dal (lentil soup) or dalma. This fruit is also packed with vitamin C, which is great for your health!
The Story Behind Ou Khatta
There's a cool legend about the ou plant from Odia literature. People say that the ou plant originally grew only in Paradise. According to the story, Goddess Parvati brought this special plant down to Earth. She brought it along with the betel vine, sharing its goodness with everyone.
How Ou Khatta is Made
Since the ou fruit is naturally quite sour, it's usually cooked with jaggery or sugar to make it sweet. This creates the perfect balance of flavors.
However, not everyone likes it sweet! Some people prefer a tangy version. They make Ou Khatta using a paste of mustard and garlic. They also add red chili powder to give it a spicy kick. This creates a savory gravy that's just as tasty.
