Kashmiri Cuisine: A Quirky Mix
Kashmir, the name is enough to put you in deep imagination about towering peaks, lush valleys, flowery gardens, charming lakes, and happy moments in the snow. The Kashmiri local food also serves as an exotic menu for a food adventure.
The cuisine of Kashmir is a mix of Persian, Iranian, Mughal and other influences. The cuisine focuses mainly on meat dishes but also hosts some super-tasty vegetarian items. Today we will show you some of the best foods to try in the Kashmir Valley.
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This blog, produced by Kashmir Online, a trusted premium-level travel partner showcases effort and hard work. In this blog, we will explore some of the best foods in Kashmiri cuisine that you should try. These cover traditional Kashmiri food and famous dishes in Kashmir. Follow below to check out the list.
Wazwan Feast
The most famous name in Kashmiri cuisine, Wazwan, is a multi-course meal, served on special occasions in the valley. It gets the title of a royal feast as it traces to the royal kings and also includes among the most expensive foods. To know more about it, click here.
Harissa
This meal forms a favourite item for the locals in the winter season. It gets consumed only in the cold season. Preparation of Harissa includes grinding fresh lamb meat into a paste, adding some ingredients and cooking in oil. Locals consume this speciality usually in the mornings to start their day. It is a traditional Kashmiri food item for savouring on a cold day.
Tujj (Kashmiri Barbeque)
Among the famous dishes in Kashmir, the Tujj rules in the ‘not expensive’ category. This barbeque includes the roasting of lamb meat after coating it with special spices and ingredients. It is served with local Kashmiri bread called ‘Lawasa’ and some chutneys. It ranks among the tastiest traditional Kashmiri food items.
Kashmiri Pulao
This makes a Pulao with a sweet taste and lots of nuts. The special ingredient in the Kashmiri Pulao includes the famous Kashmiri saffron that adds to the flavour of it. This Pulao is prepared with special Kashmiri Basmati rice, known as Mushkbudej locally. The Pulao is a delight for rice lovers and one of the most famous dishes in Kashmir.
Haake Batte
‘Haak’ means ‘spinach’ and ‘Batte’ means ‘rice’. This meal forms a cheap but tasty delight. From the olden times of Kashmir, this meal has been a favourite of the locals who could afford it easily. You should try this affordable and wholesome meal while exploring Kashmiri cuisine.
Bonus Items
Some other traditional Kashmiri food items that give a taste of local culture and traditions include the following:
Nun Chai: The staple local tea of Kashmiri people with salt instead of sugar.
Masale Chot: A famous street food made of boiled peas, served on a Lawasa (local bread) with chutney.
Kashmiri Kehwa: You may already know this famous green tea from Kashmir, made with a pinch of Saffron.
Nader Monji: These are crunchy chunks of Kashmiri lotus stems that are coated with flour and deep-fried in oil.
Conclusion
These were some of the famous dishes in Kashmir and traditional Kashmiri food items of the Kashmiri cuisine. We hope you liked the blog and found the information valuable. Do save this blog for trying these on a visit to Kashmir.
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FAQs
What are some vegetarian foods to try in Kashmir?
Some tasty vegetarian food items in Kashmir include Kashmiri Kehwa, Nun Chai, Masala Chot, Nader Monji and Kashmiri Pulao.
What forms the best place to try Kashmiri cuisine?
The best place to try Kashmiri cuisine is in the heart of Kashmir, Srinagar.
What are some tasty snacks to have with a cup of tea?
The Nader Monji, Tille Karre (fried peas), and Aelwe (fried potatoes) make a tasty and crunchy snack to have with a cup of tea.
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