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Matt Taylor-Gross for Saveur
Mangalore buns have a cult following in India, and I can see why! I am so proud that they hail from my hometown, which is set on the southwest coast of India. The buns are usually served as a snack alongside a burn-your-tongue hot cup of milky filter coffee, and a savory and gently spicy fresh coconut “chutney”. Since fresh coconut is a little tricky to find, I offer you my pineapple chutney below. But can I tell you a secret? I’ve eaten these buns alone, with some honey-sweetened greek yogurt, and even with a hefty spoon of pimento cheese dip… there’s very little they don’t go well with! (And, you could even try my husband’s idea: Elvis goes to Mangalore buns… topped with peanut butter and bacon! -Aarti