Narendra Modi turns 74: A look at the PM’s favourite foods on his birthday

Dhokla This is one of PM Modi's favourite dishes and there are two versions of it. While one is prepared by using gram flour, the other uses rawa. This is a healthy snack made with gram flour and curd. 

Fruit salad A fun and colourful mixture of seasonal fresh fruits chopped and served together with a sprinkle of chaat masala or black salt. In India, this is also called fruit chaat.

Thepla  Another Gujarati staple dish is this flatbread made with whole wheat flour, methi, and spices.  It’s a light and nutritious dish that is ideal for travel or on-the-go meal which suits the PM's schedule. 

Khichdi This is a dish consumed across the country for its simplicity. It is made from rice and lentils and is considered to be a healthy and comforting meal. PM Modi often speaks about this dish as one of his favourite dishes.

Khandvi Khandvi is a traditional Gujarati snack made from gram flour and yoghurt. This mixture is then rolled into thin layers and garnished with mustard seeds and coconut.

Poha Poha are flattened rice mixed with vegetables, peanuts and spices. It is a light and popular breakfast option in many Indian households. Interestingly, this is PM Modi's favourite breakfast choice as well since it is easy to digest.

Kadhi This dish is a yoghurt-based curry made with gram flour and spices. This is a sweet and tangy dish and is often considered to be a staple in Gujarati cuisine. Kadhi is a comforting dish. 

Sev tameta This simple tomato and sev curry is a dish that PM Modi likes. Sev Tameta is a simple, mildly spiced curry from Gujarat which highlights the flavours of tomatoes. 

Rava masala dosa This South Indian dish is one of the most liked dishes by PM Modi. It is nourishing along with being tasty. Since it is light on the tummy, rava masala dosa is consumed for a healthy breakfast.

Ajwain chapati Ajwain or carom seeds are known for their cooling properties. Thus, it is no wonder that PM Modi likes this dish. When you combine it with the superfood roti it enhances the taste.

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