Salmon = Raawas (रावस)
Salmon is रावस (Raawas) in Marathi. Interestingly, this word is not originally Marathi but borrowed from Konkani, another regional language mostly spoken in Maharashtra. Some Marathi speakers may also refer to salmon as “सॅल्मन”.
Here are some intriguing aspects of Raawas:
- Raawas is highly valued for its delectable flavour and abundant nutritional benefits.
- It is a key ingredient in several beloved Marathi seafood dishes, such as Raawas curry, Raawas fry, and Raawas biryani.
- The name Raawas, being of Konkani origin, reflects the historical interactions and cultural exchanges between Maharashtra and the coastal areas of Goa and Karnataka.
So, when discussing salmon in Marathi, it’s important to remember the locally preferred term, रावस (Raawas)!
