Indian cuisine is known for its rich and diverse flavors, which are a result of various cultural influences over the centuries. Traditional Indian food offers a range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, each with its unique blend of spices and herbs. Here are some popular traditional Indian dishes.

1. Butter Chicken

This dish is made by marinating chicken in a mixture of yogurt and spices, which is then cooked in a creamy tomato-based gravy.

2. Biryani 

Biryani is a flavorful rice dish cooked with a variety of meats or vegetables, along with spices, herbs, and aromatics.

3. Chana Masala

Chana Masala is a popular vegetarian dish made with chickpeas cooked in a spicy tomato-based gravy.

4. Dosa

Dosa is a crispy and savory South Indian crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter. It is often served with coconut chutney and sambar.

5. Paneer Tikka

Paneer Tikka is a vegetarian dish made with marinated and grilled paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and vegetables.

6. Samosas 

Samosas are a popular Indian snack made of crispy pastry dough filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes meat.

7. Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori chicken is a marinated chicken dish that is traditionally cooked in a tandoor, a clay oven. It is known for its smoky flavor and tender meat.

8. Rogan Josh

Rogan Josh is a slow-cooked lamb dish that originates from Kashmir. It is made with a blend of aromatic spices and yogurt.

9. Palak Paneer

Palak Paneer is a vegetarian dish made with spinach and paneer in a creamy tomato-based gravy.

10. Gulab Jamun

Gulab Jamun is a popular Indian dessert made of deep-fried dough balls soaked in a sugar syrup flavored with cardamom.

11. Aloo Gobi

Aloo Gobi is a vegetarian dish made with potatoes and cauliflower, cooked in a fragrant blend of spices.

12. Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala is a popular dish made with marinated and grilled chicken, cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce with a blend of spices.

13. Idli Sambar

Idli Sambar is a South Indian breakfast dish made with steamed rice cakes (idli) served with a lentil-based vegetable stew (sambar).

14. Lassi 

Lassi is a traditional Indian yogurt-based drink, which can be sweet or salty, and flavored with fruits or spices.

15. Malai Kofta

Malai Kofta is a vegetarian dish made with deep-fried paneer and vegetable balls in a creamy tomato-based gravy.

16. Vada Pav

Vada Pav is a popular Mumbai street food made with a deep-fried potato fritter (vada) sandwiched between bread (pav) and served with chutney.

17. Rasgulla

Rasgulla is a popular Bengali dessert made of chenna (cottage cheese) dumplings cooked in a sugar syrup.

18. Bhelpuri 

Bhelpuri is a popular Indian snack made with puffed rice, sev (fried noodles), onions, tomatoes, and a blend of chutneys.

19. Mutton Curry

Mutton Curry is a slow-cooked meat dish made with a blend of spices and aromatics.

These are just a few of the many traditional Indian dishes that offer a unique culinary experience.

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