Cuisine of Uttar Pradesh

Cuisine of Uttar Pradesh is the culinary style of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The cuisine consists of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes that have been influenced by the Mughal culinary techniques. Uttar Pradesh is known for its rich and diverse range of dishes, desserts and beverages.

History[edit | edit source]

The cuisine of Uttar Pradesh has a historical connection with the Mughal Empire, which has greatly influenced the food habits of the people in this state. The Mughals were known for their love for food and they introduced several recipes to the Indian subcontinent.

Ingredients[edit | edit source]

The cuisine of Uttar Pradesh is characterized by the extensive use of spices such as cardamom, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and fenugreek. Dairy products like milk, cream, and ghee (clarified butter) are also commonly used in various dishes.

Dishes[edit | edit source]

Vegetarian[edit | edit source]

Awadhi cuisine is a popular vegetarian cuisine in Uttar Pradesh. Some of the popular dishes include Dum Aloo, Chole Bhature, and Paneer Tikka.

Non-Vegetarian[edit | edit source]

The non-vegetarian fare of the state includes a variety of kebabs and biryanis. Lucknowi Biryani, Tunday Kebab, and Rogan Josh are some of the popular non-vegetarian dishes.

Desserts[edit | edit source]

Uttar Pradesh is also famous for its desserts. Petha, Gulab Jamun, and Kheer are some of the popular desserts in this region.

Beverages[edit | edit source]

Lassi and Chai are the most common beverages in Uttar Pradesh. In addition, Sharbat and Thandai are also popular, especially during the summer months.

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