–By Afrin
Hyderabad, a place largely populated by the Muslims, boasts about its very own and unique cuisine among its other specialties which is known for.
Traditional, elaborate Hyderabadi weddings which are conducted at a very grand scale are the best places for a quick glimpse into Hyderabadi Cuisine.
Food, by Hyderabadi Muslims is traditionally eaten sitting on the floor cross-legged around the ‘Dastarkhaan’.
A dastarkhaan is a large piece of cloth spread on the floor which functions as the dining table. People are careful not to step on it or go over it, instead they are asked go around it to reach the other side.
Elaborate feasts after the Nikah or after signing the nuptial vows, are a treat to the eyes and nirvana for the food lovers
The food of Hyderabad has a slight deccani flavor. Hyderabadi Muslim Cuisine is very different from the other parts of Hyderabad.
The major ingredients used in the pakwaan or cookery are onions and yoghurt, and a wide assortment of spices or masalas.
The famed Hyderabadi Biriyani is the centre of attraction, but there are several other dishes that are just as delicious.
The feast usually begins with the Hyderabadi Haleem, and also includes Red Chicken, Luqmi, Kabab, Vegetable Pulao, and many dishes, most of which feature mutton or mince.
Some of the renowned Hyderabadi dishes are Haleem, Pathar Ka Gosht, Mahekhalya, Kacchi imli ka Dalcha.
Till Ki Chutney, Maleeda, Gulgule, Qubuli, Kacchi Biryani, Double Ka meetha, Baghare Baingan, Nihari, Pakki Biryani, Mirchi Ka Salan, Kichadi and Qageena are some of the dishes.
Kulfe ki katli, Ambaday aur chanay ki Dal, Til wali Gavar ki phalli, Kacche Kofta are a few.
Desserts are rich affairs made with milk, cream, and dry fruits.
Most of these dishes are recognized by people all around the world, and hence Hyderabadi Muslim Wedding cuisine has today made a prominent mark internationally.
A Persian Ambassador once said, “The food is a dream of deliciousness”, when he had come to the Qutub Shahi Kingdom in 1603.
Hyderabadi cuisine is a treat people will not very easily forget.
MANGALAYAMAE!! 