Kebabs are also a central part of northwestern cuisine. They are so adaptable that there are vegetarian versions available too.
North West Frontier cuisine restaurants are probably the most popular in India today and these dishes are testament to that.
1. Murgh Malai Tikka
The chicken pieces are marinated to help it develop a creamy and succulent flavour that makes it melt in the mouth.
2. Mutton Rezala
Although this dish is of North Western origin, it has been adopted by Mughlai and Bengali cuisines. It involves chunks of mutton shanks, braised until tender, while inculcating the various spices that add to the luscious gravy.
3. Dal Bukhara
This lentil curry is made with the slow simmering of black lentils or urad dal with spices, fresh tomatoes, topped off with fresh cream and butter.