Chak le, India: 10 Indian dishes that are popular across the world
Butter chickenAlso known as murgh makhani, it is one of the most popular Indian curries. It combines onions, butter and cream in a velvety smooth tomato sauce with chicken chunks.
BiryaniBrought from Persia to India by the Mughals, biryani is a classic Indian dish. Rice and meat or vegetables are prepared separately, then combined and slow-cooked in the oven to create this aromatic “dry dish”. You can’t go wrong ordering biryani.
SamosasSamosas are an all-time favourite among Indians. And it is popular even among foreigners. Served with spicy and sweet chutney, this triangle-shaped patty is filled with stuffed mashed potatoes and vegetables.
DosaUsually made from rice and lentils, dosa is rich in the southern part of India. This paper thin pancake like dish is usually dipped in chutneys and sambar
Gulab jamunOne of the most favourite sweets, gulab jamun is based on two flavours - gulab which means rose and jamun which refers to purple jamun berries. These are Indian doughnuts dipped in mouth-watering syrup.
Matar paneerMatar paneer is a north Indian curry made with cubes of paneer or cottage cheese. These are mixed with peas and tomato-and-onion-based sauce. It is best paired with naans/rotis or steamed rice.
NaanIndian cuisine is incomplete without naan. A type of pillowy yeast-leavened flatbread, naan is traditionally baked in a tandoor or clay oven. There are various types of naans - plain, garlic, butter, and kheema among others.
PapadThis crunchy side dish has finally reached its full glory. A little peppery, papadums often come with coriander mint chutney. You can enjoy these with freshly cut tomatoes and cucumbers.
Daal MakhniA Punjabi dish, this is a fantastic butter chicken substitute for vegetarians. Lentils cooked gradually and served hot with tomato puree and butter.
KormaKorma is another one of the best Indian dishes to hail from northern India. Braised meat (either chicken or mutton) and vegetables are slow cooked in a thick mild curry sauce made with cream, coconut milk or yoghurt and sometimes almonds.