India is a vast country where every region has its distinct cuisine. Punjabi cuisine is one of the most favorite dishes of the country, which can be truly enjoyed only by coming to Punjab. Amritsar is one of the various places in Punjab which is known for its famous food along with the Golden Temple. There are many prestigious hotels and restaurants where world-class as well as traditional cuisine is served. Here you can give yourself a wonderful treat every day. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some famous dishes of Amritsar which are the pride of this place and attract everyone with their aroma. Let us know about these famous Amritsari dishes...
Murgh Makhani
Like the popular butter chicken, this creamy and delicious Amritsari Murgh Makhani is also made with butter and cream. Murgh Makhani is an easy recipe that you can make easily at home, Murgh Makhani can be served at dinner parties and many occasions. This dish, liked by children and adults, can be served with naan, paratha, or cooked rice.
Chur Chur Naan or Amritsari Kulcha
You must have heard about the popular Amritsari Kulcha. However, it is also known locally as chur chur naan. Often served as breakfast in Amritsar. You can enjoy Aloo Kulcha, Masala Kulcha, or Paneer variants of this famous dish. These are often served with chickpea or spicy gram gravy. The highlight of this dish is the crispy texture of the kulcha. This kulcha is served with butter.
Mustard greens
To keep warm during the winter days, the women of Amritsar prepare many dishes that are a perfect blend of health and taste. Sarson Da Saag is one of those dishes which uses mustard leaves to make it. Spinach, green chilies, and spices are added to it. An adequate amount of butter further enhances its taste. It is served with Makke Di Roti.
Amritsari Fish Tikka
Amritsari Fish Tikka is one of the most famous seafood dishes of Punjab. It is consumed as a starter. Marinated with gram flour solution. Many types of spices like celery and chili are added to it. It is served with delicious green chutney of mint and coriander.
Chicken Masala
Famous for its non-vegetarian dishes, Amritsari cuisine has a range of chicken curries that you must try, and this chicken masala is one of them. A simple chicken curry made with butter, cream, tomatoes, onions, ginger-garlic, and large pieces of chicken, this could be your next favorite dish. Chicken is marinated with lemon juice and dry spices and then cooked in creamy sweet and sour thick gravy, make it today, with this recipe here.
Roast beef
Many spices and curd are used to make this flavourful mutton kadhi. It is cooked for a long time so that the meat becomes tasty. In Asian cooking, the word 'roast' means cooking the curry until it shrinks and thickens. In this way, the layer of curry easily gets coated on the meat which is brown in appearance. Serve it with jeera rice, it is a great option for lunch or dinner.
Creamy Amritsari Lassi
One of the most famous beverages throughout Punjab, Amritsari Lassi is a delicacy in itself. This sweet Lassi loaded with cream helps in providing you instant energy. You can also consume this sweet lassi as a dessert.
Amritsari Fish
Let's start the list with one of the most iconic Amritsari dishes that never fails us – the Amritsari Machchi. Soft juicy and spicy fish fillets are dipped in gram flour batter to make a crispy and delicious fish snack. This dish is a hit among everyone any day. You can easily make it at home in less than 30 minutes with this easy recipe here.
Chickpeas
If you are making Amritsari Kulcha then why not pair it with delicious Amritsari Chole? The recipe for this delicious dish is quite simple and is made with common ingredients like black gram, red chilli, green chili, chopped ginger-garlic, garam masala powder. You can also pair it with kulcha, naan, roti, or rice for a delicious meal.
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