To give this Southern spin on fish curry an upgrade, seek out Simmons catfish, raised in aquifer-fed ponds in the Mississippi Delta. Visit simmonscatfish.com for information on where to purchase.

Lauki kadhi is a lighter, healthier version of traditional kadhi made with bottle gourd and yoghurt. Bottle gourd is low-calorie, high in fibre, and hydrating, aiding digestion especially in summer.

Beyond litti chokha, Bihar offers a rich tapestry of comfort foods like Champaran mutton and sarson fish curry. These dishes, ...