Oats Haleem
Harees or Haleem is inseparable with the image of Charminar and the holy month of Ramadan. Every year in Ramadan, stalls selling this delicacy spring up in every nook and …
Tamate ka Sherwa (Lamb and Tomato Soup Curry)
Yes it’s a curry, but only soupier. Sounds a little silly but that’s what it is, very much similar to the traditional sherwa, a little more thinned out as it’s …
Khatti Daal
While the rest of India has their quintessential daal and roti, you will find a hyderabadi relishing the favourite comfort food – khatti daal and chawal. This daal serves not …
Hyderabadi Pooriyan
A special occasion dessert, these pooris or sweet empanadas are a social affair. Ladies love to gather, knead the dough and make the fillings. When it’s time to assemble, the …
Gosht ka Achaar (Pickled Meat)
Indian style of pickling (achaar) is fiery, spicy, and undeniably delicious. It involves sun drying the desired item and then frying in plenty of oil, salt, chili powder and other …
Kababchini Gosht
Whether you choose team allspice or cassia buds or cubeb for the english translation of kababchini, you will not go wrong with this dish. It’s a small round ‘tailed’ pepper …
Marag (Lamb and nuts stew)
A classic example of Arabic inspired dishes in Hyderabadi cuisine, Marag is a totally delectable, spicy and creamy stew of lamb cooked with herbs and spices till fall-off-the-bone soft and thickened with roasted nuts paste and dairy.
Hyderabadi Dum Biryani for Dummies
First let’s begin with the very deserving praise Biryani – the epitome of the cuisine of Indian Subcontinent. Nothing represents the spiciness, colorful vibrancy, the richness of flavors just like …
Marag (Lamb and nuts stew)
A classic example of Arabic inspired dishes in Hyderabadi cuisine, Marag is a totally delectable, spicy and creamy stew of lamb cooked with herbs and spices till fall-off-the-bone soft …