Introduction
Punjabi cuisine is famously known for its vegetarian and meat dishes. Punjabi has one of the biggest cuisines in India with its primary ingredients being, butter, milk, and cream. Their amazing dishes have over the years conquered the culinary world. The Punjabi’s are very well known for their amazing chicken recipes. These dishes are infused with a lot of different cultures and traditions.
Some of the most famous Punjabi cuisine dishes include:
1.Butter Chicken
Butter Chicken is a very famous dish across the world, it is traditionally known as the Punjabi Murgh Makhani dish. The dish is homely and very easy to make. It is infused with a lot of different spices.
2.Tandoori Chicken
Most people who are familiar with this dish refer to it as magic. The name tandoori comes from that the chicken is roasted in a cylindrical clay oven called the tandoor. The chicken has a very distinct red color which is because of the food coloring that is added to it. Sometimes the red color comes from the combination of turmeric and harissa paste.
3.Machli Amritsari
This dish is made for people who love fish. Some refer to it as street food and some renowned restaurants use them as starters. The fish is coated in different spices to add rich flavor and then deep-fried to give that crispy golden feel on the outside and tenderness on the inside.
4.Dhaba dal
Dhaba dal is a traditional dish made from some of the most authentic local spices which give it a very rich flavor. The selected spices are blended with lentils. Dhaba Dal is best served with either rice, naan or roti.
5.Paneer Tikka
This a very quick and easy to make dish, great for those last-minute gatherings. The chunks of paneer are marinated using yogurt and spices, it is then grilled using a tandoor. This meal is also very ideal for vegetarians.
6.Bhatti da Murg Pindiwala
This dish is made from chicken legs. They are marinated in a variety of spices overnight and cooked on a charcoal grill. The grill gives the chicken that softness and it instantly melts in your mouth.
7.Chole Bhature
This dish is one of those must-try must eat Indian foods. The dish is a great combination of bhature and chana masala with fried bread. The bread used to make the dish is not just any bread but bread made from maida. It is a very versatile dish that can be made for lunch or breakfast.
8.Phirni
Phirni is a special dessert dish that is widely prepared during Indian festivals such as Diwali. The dish is made using ground rice cooked in milk and infused with different sweet flavors such as cardamom. It is usually garnished with beautiful non-poisonous rose petals. Phirni is a kind of pudding sometimes referred to as firni.
9.Punjabi Kadhi
It is a thick gravy with pakora fritters, it is a very creamy yogurt rich in nutrients. It is seasoned with different types of seasonings such as garlic, chili peppers, ginger, and mustard seeds. The creamy yogurt is usually served with rice or roti bread.
10.Aloo Paratha
Aloo paratha is a famous north Indian flatbread and potato breakfast. The flatbread is usually homemade using whole meal flour, ghee and a bit of salt. This dish has spread throughout India and other parts of the world.
11.Saag Paneer
Saag Paneer is a very famous Indian vegetable curry. The saag is a green leafy vegetable widely used in many dishes and is gluten-free. This dish is great for people who are vegetarians. Saag Paneer is tasty and very rich in flavor.
12.Dal Makhani
Dal Makhani originated from Punjab but is now a famous dish across India and beyond the borders. The dish is made of red kidney beans and urad also known as whole blank lentils. You also add a dash of butter and cream to enrich the flavor. Dal Makhani also known as Dal Makhni is sometimes accompanied by roti bread.
13.Palak Paneer
Palak Paneer is primarily a vegetarian dish made with paneer cheese and source. Palak directly translates to spinach. The paneer is usually thick and seasoned with garlic, ginger, and many other different spices. Palak paneer is also referred to as green paneer in other countries outside India.
14.Rajma Chawal
Rajma Chawal is very common in households across India. Chawal is also known as rice. Rajma consists of many ingredients such as red kidney beans, lentils, peas, and a variety of spices. The dish is usually served with onions or lemon wedges on the side to add flavor. This dish is also a favorite amongst vegetarians and has gained popularity across India and in some parts of the world.
15.Karma Parshad
Karma Prashad originates from Punjabi and is commonly made on special occasions. Most people refer to this dish as a true labor of love, especially towards visitors. It is made from whole wheat flour, sugar and clarified butter in equal proportions. This dish is also great for