India is a diverse country with numerous cultures, religions and traditions. The cuisine also has a lot of ancestors who were Mughlai, Persian and British and the involvement of their spices and flavours were rich yet the specialty of this country is that it adapts, evolves and creates its own taste of everything. The cuisine around India is shaped by its cultural beliefs, geography, climate and religious background. Indian delicacies involve a lot of spices and herbs in them and it depends upon which state the delicacy belongs to. Just like Southern India has rice as their staple food and Northern region considers wheat as theirs. Even a simple dosa will taste different in Tamil Nadu, unique in Maharashtra, and varied in Karnataka. You may not find 10 varieties of one dish in other cuisines but you can find it here, this is one astounding quality of Indian cuisine and their regional delicacies. So, allow me to take you on a delicious food journey throughout this nation and some of its classic delicacies!
Rosogolla
Rasgullas, famously called Rosogollas by Bengalis, is one of the most popular mithais in India. This is one of the most loved desserts around the country and no occasion is complete without having a bowl of this spongy sweetness. Infact, July 30th of every year is celebrated as Rasgulla day and that is the craze people have for this mithai!
Kande Pohe
This Maharashtrian snack, breakfast, dinner and what is such a comforting dish anyone can ask for! This delicacy is not just food but there are a lot of traditional values bound to it. In Maharashtra, every bride has to serve hot Kanda poha to her groom before her engagement or marriage as a sign of acceptance.
Dosa
Dosas are one of the favourite foods of everyone in our country. All the way from the kitchens of South India, these crispy dosa made with a simple dosa batter has stolen everyone's heart with its taste! Thoda ghee on the top, with some sambhar and chutney on the side and dosa is just everyone’s comfort food. Not only Indians but also foreigners are super fond of dosas these days.
Hyderabadi Dum Gosht Biryani
Agar Biryani ho toh Hyderabadi ho, that is the biryani fame here in this city. This slow-cooked mutton blended with spices and flavours will definitely tell why Hyderabadi dum biryani is so famous because you will probably be speechless by the deliciousness after taking a bite into it! Pair it with some raita and salan on the side and take a trip to the food heaven!
Aloo Chaat
Aloo chaat is one of the famous items in the chaat menu all over India and this is a notable one that comes from the Capital of India, Delhi! Deep-fried potato wedges mixed with some green, red chutney and garnished with some crispy sev is not only bliss to your eyes but also for your palate!
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