7 Royal Dishes from India's Princely States

Sep 24, 2023, 14:57 IST

Trisha Pathak

Indrahar (Rewa, Madhya Pradesh)

Indrahar is a royal delicacy which has locally grown vegetables, lentils, and a variety of spices, which capture the essence of Madhya Pradesh's culinary heritage.

Tehri (Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh)

Tehri is a sumptuous vegetarian delicacy prepared with Basmati rice, fresh seasonal vegetables, and extravagant spices.

Dham (Kangra, Himachal Pradesh)

Dham features a flavourful concoction of diverse dishes that mark Himachal Pradesh's love for lentils, yoghurt, and spices.

Hara Maas (Rajasthan)

The Hara Maas is a royal delicacy from the Akheraj dynasty, which ruled Mewar and Marwar. It is a robust green curry made with succulent meat chunks, fresh herbs, and spices.

Ghost Korma (Rampur, Uttar Pradesh)

Ghost Korma, known for its complex preparation, is a favourite among the royals as it perfectly captures the opulent dining occasions of the Nawabs of Rampur.

Mirchi Ghost (Jamwal Dynasty, Kashmir)

The fiery Mirchi Ghost originated in the royal kitchens of the Jamwal dynasty. It showcases the region's love for strong flavours and spices.

Chicken Chettinad (Tamil Nadu)

Named after the Chettinadu region, this dish has a complex mixture of spices, coconut and tender chicken. It also has a variety of vegetarian versions.

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