The world is a treasure trove of different cuisines and cooking styles; Every region and every country has something that makes it stand on the culinary arts map. Of our most beloved desi dishes, it must be our love for fiery red and thick gravy. Regular use of aromatic and strong spices sets us apart from others. However, Pakistani cuisine is largely similar, sharing a common history of Mughal cuisine. It would not be wrong to say that the foodies of India will easily adjust to the flavor profile of our neighboring country. Lahore is the food and culture capital of Pakistan and has been listed as a must visit place by many epicureans in the country. Needless to say, Lahori cuisine is a non-vegetarian lover’s delight, with rich and robust mutton and chicken curry. The streets of Lahore offer a wide variety of delicious dishes that will surely leave you spellbound. However, you don’t need to plan on crossing the border to enjoy these preparations; You can also do this from the comfort of your own kitchen. Here is a list of Lahori dishes that you can make at home.
5 Rich and Strong Lahori Recipes to Make at Home
1. Lahori Harissa:
Lahori Chicken Harissa is often called the sister of the famous Haleem dish. There are different ways of preparing this dish like Arabic Harissa and Kashmiri Harissa. However, Lahori Harissa is the most popular. Cooked in delicious Moong Dal Harissa Gravy, this dish tastes great with Parathas and Naan. Click here for the recipe.
Chicken Harissa made with Moong Dal Gravy
2. Lahori Chargha:
A whole skinless chicken is coated with a flavored mixture of aromatic spices, ginger, garlic, lemon or lime juice, vinegar and sometimes yogurt. Then the whole chicken is fried till crisp and golden on both the sides. Lahori Chargha is a famous traditional fried recipe which is famous in the city of Lahore. Click here for the recipe.
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3. Lahori Mutton Karahi:
Lahori Mutton Karahi is made in a thick tomato and onion gravy; This dish is perfect to pair with some rich butter naans or parathas. Among the many famous karahi dishes of Lahore, Mutton Karahi is a must try. Click here for the recipe.
Mutton Karahi is one of the famous mutton dishes of Lahore
4. Murg Lahori Karahi:
A perfect dish to eat, Murgh Karahi is a spicy and tantric chicken curry that is perfect for any day. Made entirely in butter, chicken karahi tastes great. It can be enjoyed by coating pieces of ginger-garlic masala or you can add some chicken stock to make it juicy as per your liking. Click here for the recipe.
5. Lahori Tawa Tali Machi:
Lahori cuisine has many similarities with its neighboring state of Punjab, and like the famous Amritsari Machhi, Lahori Tawa Machhi is also a delicious delight. It is made by dipping fish fillets in a creamy mixture of rice flour, eggs, cornflour and spices; It is then lightly fried and served with dry dates chutney. Click here for the recipe.
Lahori Machi is very tasty
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If you are a non-vegetarian lover, we urge you to try all the delicious food that Lahori cuisine has to offer. In fact, you’d be surprised how similar and homely it can feel to bite into many of these recipes. Which one you’ll try first, let us know in the comments below.
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