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Top 7 dishes to try in India

by Parastoo Sahebi
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Incredible India is a wonderful country, as it is full of beauty everywhere. Unique aroma and color make you feel like you are on another planet, an amazing planet far from Earth. There is a lot to experience in this country that you will never see anywhere else in the world. From unique wonders of architecture to the unworldly festivals, and of course, the dishes to try in India, your visit to the country will be an unforgettable one.

Indian cuisine is one of the best things about the country. It is famous worldwide and one of the best cuisines on the planet based on a lot of different surveys. The way Indian chefs work on the foods is hard to be called cooking, it is some kind of art they perform. Colorful just like the country and tasty like no other food, Indian dishes are something special that has its own fans all around the world.

As there are numerous restaurants offering Indian dishes in every corner of every city, you have probably tasted these dishes before. Whatever your opinion about your experience was, you must give another chance to Indian dishes while you are in the country. Without the shadow of a doubt, they will show you how delicious they are, as Indian foods that are cooked in India are on a whole another level.

Whether you are interested in different forms of Kebab, or it is traditional dishes that you like, dishes to try in India will not disappoint. Even if you are vegetarian, India offers a world of brilliant foods that you can enjoy.

It is fair to say that the vast land of India is a paradise of food. Indian chefs are magicians and Indian spices are nothing less than a miracle. A lot of people travel to India just to live their dream of Indian dishes.

In this article, we will talk about Indian cuisine and introduce some of the best dishes to try in India. With the information provided here, you will have a better idea of what foods you can have while in the country. This way you can have a plan for your meals so that you will not regret leaving the country without tasting some of the magnificent dishes to try in India.

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Biryani: The shining name of the list

Biryani is probably the most famous name in this list of top dishes to try in India. It is popular worldwide and a lot of visitors to India have tried this amazing dish far before they even planned their travel.

Biryani is a more general word for a variety of Indian foods. All Biryanis are rice dishes flavored with different spices and also saffron. All of these dishes are interestingly colorful and no matter what the ingredients are, delicious.

The difference between different types of Biryani is about the ingredients used to be mixed with the mentioned flavored rice. There are various Biryani dishes that include different kinds of meat like lamb, beef or chicken, vegetable, and even egg in their recipes.

Biryanis are aromatic dishes that are often cooked slowly using marinated ingredients. It is believed that this fabulous dish of India is rooted in Persia and was brought to the country during the Mughals era. However, Biryani is so much integrated into Indian culture and lifestyle that no one doubts that it is one of the most important national dishes of India.

From the North of the country to the south, and from east to the west, every part of the country owns a unique type of Biryani. You can find different types of Biryani that are cooked in different styles and with different ingredients during your visit. The most popular one, of course, are Chicken Biryani, Mutton Biryani, and Plain Biryani.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2086″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Tandoori Chicken: A different look at the chicken

Tandoori Chicken is another famous dish in India that you probably have tasted before. This amazing food that is all based on chicken, comes from the northern part of the country. It is popular all around the country, especially where it is originally from. In order to try this delicious food you do not need to search a lot, it can be found almost anywhere in the country.

Tandoori Chicken is a dish consisted of marinated chicken that is roasted in a special, traditional way. There are two unique things about Tandoori Chicken which make it different from any other chicken dish you see around the world.

The first difference is the way Indian chefs marinate the chicken. It is being marinated in a combination of yogurt and special spices mixed together which is called tandoori masala. This seasoning makes the chicken so tasty that after your first bite you will fall in love with it.

The second special thing about this fabulous food is the way it is being cooked. Tandoor, which the name of the dish is rooted from it, is a charcoal oven used in India. Different types of foods are being cooked with their meats, chickens, vegetables and even pieces of breads being cooked in Tandoors. This traditional oven helps the seasoned chicken, Murg as it is called in India, become tendered and get a nice smoky flavor.

Tandoori Chicken is an excellent dish to try as a dinner. It is usually served with Naan, the Indian name for bread, and yogurt, alongside some salads. Give it a chance and you will not be disappointed in the end.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2085″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Samosa: An appetizer to rule them all

Sometimes it is not just about the taste. The way the food is being served and its appearance is an important factor for a lot of us. Samosa is one of the foods that have it all. Delicious in the taste and fabulous in the form

This dish is one of the most amazing traditional foods you can find in India. Samosa is both an appetizer and a main dish. Its small size and rich taste make it an ideal option however you want to have it.

Samosa is a fried pastry stuffed with different ingredients. These ingredients usually include potatoes, onions, and lentils, as well as some meat options such as lamb, beef or chicken that are grounded before being cooked. In some versions, the pastry is being baked.

As Samosas usually has vegetables as their main ingredients without meats, this amazing dish is one of the best dishes for vegetarians to try. It is also a fabulous snack for you, while you are wandering the streets.

As you can see, Samosa is similar to the famous dish of Turkey, Dolma and some other Arab dishes. The reason behind this is that this dish has come to India during the Muslim Sultanate in Delhi. By then, the Middle Eastern and Central Asia chefs of the kitchen has brought this amazing dish to the country. Since that time, Samosa has become one of the most favorite dishes in India.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2081″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Kebab: Delicious as it has to be

Kebab is not a dish that is considered as an Indian traditional food, but the way it is being cooked in the country makes it one of the best dishes you must try in India.

Kebabs that are served in India has some special Indian signatures. The first one, of course, is being marinated. Just like any other meat in Indian foods, the meat in Kebabs is seasoned with fabulous spices of India. These spicy dishes are unique to the country and you can be sure that no other spicy kebabs can rival them.

In some places in the country, you can find some varieties of kebabs being cooked using Tandoors. This way of cooking, in fact, is a fabulous surprise. The smoky taste of the seasoned meat is something no one can resist against calling it wonderful.

Kebabs are one of the most beloved dishes in India, and now you know the reason why.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2082″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Keema: Simple yet unrivaled

Keema is one of the simplest dishes you can find in the country. The ingredients are minced meat or chicken cooked slowly until it gets dried. Of course, as an Indian dish it cannot be served without having spices among its ingredients, but that is all.

Being simple does not mean that Keema is less delicious than any other dish. It also does not mean that it is not popular. In fact, Keema is one of the most favorite dishes for many people, especially when it has been cooked by the skilled hands of Indian mothers.

The best place to try this amazing dish is not restaurants but is in the houses. So if any Indian friends of yours invited you over, just ask them for Keema.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2084″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Masala Chai: Keep calm and drink a cup

Of course, Masala Chai is not a food, but it does not mean that it should not be included among the top dishes to try in India.

It is one of the most famous beverages worldwide, popular among both Indians and people of other countries. There is nothing better than a cup of Masala tea that can help you get relaxed.

Masala Chai is best to be tried in India, as the way it is being prepared is unique to the country and it is almost impossible for any Masala Chai cups to even get close to how it tastes in India.

Masala Chai is made of Indian tea combined with unique aromatic spices am herbs. The taste is fabulous, but the aroma is something extraordinary. This steamed cup is usually served along with cinnamon sticks, ground cloves, and ginger.

This brewed beverage is something that a lot of people will fall in love with. Some people love it so much that will bring some packages of it back home as souvenirs. But the taste and aroma, it is best when in the land of colors and aromas.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2083″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Malai Kofta: A new definition of meatball

Kofta in Indian means meatball and Malai Kofta means creamy meatballs. So, when you hear the name of Malai Kofta, the first thing that comes to your mind should be some kind of meatballs. This similarity to meatballs of course just is in the shape.

Malai Kofta is a ball made of vegetables that are cooked in a fabulous creamy sauce made of tomatoes and cashew nuts.

Malai Kofta is a delicious alternative to the regular Kofta and is an ideal option for vegetarians. With the spices included in its sauce’s ingredients and the traditional recipes used for it, a lot of people tend to have more of its sauce. They actually order this dish for its rich, creamy sauce and not the balls. However, for many of the people, both Indians and tourists, Malai Kofta tastes like a dish from heaven.

 

There are a lot of dishes to try in India and to be honest it is hard to choose between them. You need to have some ideas about what you are going to eat before visiting the country, as there will be too many options and making a decision will be extremely hard. This article helps you have a better view of the top Indian dishes so that you can avoid that kind of confusion.

Refrence: indiatoday.in[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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