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Mughlai Food
The Mughlai dishes became a part of the profusion of Indian foods as early as the 15th century AD. It was introduced to the people of India by the Mughal emperors and has since caught on to become a part of mainstream Indian cuisine. The speciality of Mughlai food is that it is cooked with a range of aromatic spices, nuts, dried fruits, is nutrient-rich and is also extremely satisfying to the palette.
Mughlai food has become such an integral part of the Indian diet that it is now found in several parts of states in the country like Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. You will find this cuisine being offered at all major restaurants and even at local street vendors across the country. Moreover, with its butter-based curries and highly flavoursome sauces, this cuisine has even become an iconic part of Indian cuisine available worldwide.
Chicken Korma Nalli Nihari Murgh Malai Kebab Mutton Seekh Kebab
Mughlai ParathaNargisi KoftaGalouti KebabBiryaniRogan JoshShahi Tukda
Chicken Korma
Interestingly enough, the Qorma originated from Persia and was adopted by the Rajput chefs in Akbar’s kitchen. Since then it was known as Korma, named after the Rajput tribe Kurma. This dish is one of the most sought-after ones when it comes to traditional Mughlai food because of its indulgence in whole spices, yoghurt and nuts. It is essentially pieces of succulent chicken doused in rich and creamy gravy.
Nalli Nihari
The term Nihari comes from the Arabic word Nahar, which means morning. The dish got this peculiar name because it was consumed by Mughal emperors after their morning prayers. It is made with pieces of mutton meat and bones stuffed with soft juicy bone marrow. This dish is considered the most appetizing one in the popular Mughlai cuisine and can only be enjoyed when cooked using its traditional recipe.
Murgh Malai Kebab
Kebabs travelled from Turkey to India during the end of the 14th century and the Murgh Malai Kebab was considered one of the many culinary feats of the Mughal Empire. It is made with well-marinated chunks of boneless chicken skewered and cooked over an open flame. This Mughlai food is made best with its age-old recipe and is available in Club Mahindra restaurants across India.
Mutton Seekh Kebab
Probably the most popular appetizers in the Mughlai cuisine, the Mutton Seekh Kebab is typically made with minced mutton meat shaped into sausages on skewers. These skewers are then cooked over an open flame. This spicy and tangy kebab is a treat for people of all ages and is best consumed sizzling hot.