3. HIStory of INDIAN CUISINE
The history of indian cuisine goes all the way back to
7000 BCE when sesame, eggplant and cattle were
introduced. Around 3000 BCE the spices turmeric,
pepper and mustard were first used.
When invasions and new immigrants came later,
tomatoes, chilies and potatoes became staples in the
indian’s diet.
The most important parts of the indian cuisine are: rice,
flour and an element called pulses. Pulses are
masoor(red lentils), chickpeas etc.
In a traditional meal, there are usually two or three main
courses with many side dishes and desserts. Indian food
is often divided into four sections by the region in which
5. tradItonal food 1
Rogan josh
What it is: a lamb curry of
persian origin, now popular
in the Kashmir area. In
india, rogan josh is often
made using goat meat
instead of lamb.
6. tradItIonal food 2
Pani puri
What it is: A small crisp
hollow round bread filled
with spiced water, tamarind
paste, potato, onion and
chickpeas. Pani puri
originated from the
Magatha region, present
day South Bihar where is it
also known as phulki.
7. IndIan desserts 1
Modak: sweet flour dumplings
stuffed with coconut, jaggery, nutmeg
and saffron. Steamed to perfection. A
famous indian dessert prepared
during the festival of Ganesh
Chaturthi.
Kulfi: a popular frozen dessert that is
sinfully rich, dense and creamy. A
twist to the traditional recipe, this one
is flavored with mango.
8. IndIan desserts 2
Gulab Jamun: is a very
popular dessert in India. It is
also found in Pakistan and
Bangladesh. It is very
commonly made during the
festivals, marriages and other
celebrations. Gulab (rose)
jamun gets its name from the
rose colored jamuns
(dumplings) that are soaked in
sugar syrup.
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