Rayalaseema Bojanalu

  Sangati and NatuKodi Pulusu: A Culinary Trip of Andhra Pradesh As a son of Andhra Pradesh, i am very interested in the food culture of the state. In fact, of all the dishes that define our culture, I am particularly fond of two of them: Sangati and Natukodi Pulusu. While each dish brings flavour of the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh on the taste buds, it talks more about our heritage and community. Sangati is a kind of rice dish that calls for warmth and comfort. I clearly remember its preparation in my childhood, as it was prepared on so many occasions, especially when my family members and I had met at home to celebrate festivals or other good events. Essentially, Sangati is simply a rice-based dish, but it is cooked with Ragi and raw rice. Preparation varies from house to house, but the core is the same: it's simple nourishment that gets us together. Sangati and Natukodi Pulusu, in fact, are not just dishes but a reflection of the cultural heritage of Andhra Pradesh. T...