Top 5 Indian Food

Most people might be skeptical about Indian food. Strong spices can be one of the root cause. On the other hand, India is one of the richest countries when we’re talking about food. There are some must-try Indian foods that will be eye-opening for you. Here are the most popular cuisines that you must try when visiting India.

1. Garlic Naan
You may know garlic, but do you what Naan is? Naan is leavened flatbread and a meal at an Indian restaurant is never complete without one. Garlic Naan is one of the most popular varieties of Naan, which is basically a Naan that is topped with minced garlic and coriander. Garlic Naan is best eaten with rich creamy curries. Yummy!

2. Butter Chicken
Ok, this name might sound familiar to you. Yup, it’s the Butter Chicken! Butter chicken is one of the most popular curries at any Indian restaurant. It is delectable, tender chicken, cooked in a spiced tomato sauce. It’s traditionally cooked in a tandoor (a cylindrical clay or metal oven), but may also be grilled, roasted or pan-fried in less authentic cooking methods.

3. Tandoori Chicken
Another chicken dish? Well duh.. who doesn’t love chicken? Tandoori chicken is a popular North Indian roasted chicken dish. The chicken is first marinated in yogurt and seasoned with a special spice mixture called tandoori masala. Indian chefs traditionally use cayenne pepper and red chili powder to give it a fiery red hue. Afterward, the chicken dices are threaded onto skewers and placed in the tandoor to cook.

4. Biryani
Who doesn’t know Biryani really? It is a mixed dish of rice, spices and any kind of meat, eggs or vegetables. Biryani is one dish that is available in the widest variety in India, depending on the region, but traditionally, it is cooked over an open fire in a leather pot.

5. Malai Kofta
Any vegetarian here? Well, this is the perfect Indian dish for you! A popular vegetarian Indian dish is made using paneer, fresh cream, ginger, garlic, tomatoes and onions that provides it a rich taste. Malai kofta is considered as the main dish and is usually served with naan, paratha or basmati rice.

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