Mughlai cuisine is an integral part of North Indian cuisine! Although we received this dish from the Mughals, we received it with open arms and personalized it to the taste and flavor of India. Traditionally, Mughlai food is heavily influenced by meats like chicken and lamb, but that doesn’t mean the cuisine doesn’t have vegetarian curries! In fact, some of the most beloved North Indian vegetarian gravies come from Mughlai cuisine. Our love of the food has helped us find some of the best vegetarian gravy you can make at home. Pair these decadent gravy with your choice of naan, kulcha, roti or biryani!
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Here are 5 vegetarian Mughlai curry recipes to try:
1. Shahi Paneer – Our recommendation
One of the most popular gravy in Indian cuisine, shahi is always a go-to curry for any special occasion. This rich gravy combines rich and creamy flavors, making the flavor of the dish even more delicious.
Click here to see Shahi Paneer’s full recipe.
2. Navrattan Korma
Mughlai cuisine is also famous for its kormas! While most Mughlai korma are not vegetarian, Navrattan korma is one of those curries that all vegetarians can enjoy. This sweet and silky gravy is filled with a variety of dried fruits that make it rich.
Click here for the full Navrattan Korma recipe.
3. Gobhi Mussallam
Familiar with murky musallam? Gobhi musallam takes inspiration from the musk plant and gives it a vegetarian twist. The whole cauliflower is roasted and then stuffed with a creamy Mughlai sauce, giving it a rich and creamy taste.
Click here to see Gobhi Mussallam’s full recipe.
4.Mughlai Aloo
If you love delicious potato curries, then this Mughlai aloo is sure to impress! The young potatoes are seasoned with a variety of spices and then cooked in creamy yogurt, giving them a rich flavor.
Click here to see Mughlai Aloo’s full recipe.
5. Paneer Pasanda
Pasanda is another decadent Mughlai curry that is traditionally non-vegetarian. This filling rendition of pasanda offers a similar aroma and spice flavor and tastes great! This creamy curry goes well with laccha paratha or tandoori roti.
Click here for the full Paneer Pasanda recipe.
Try these vegetarian Mughlai curries and let us know which one is your favorite in the comments section below!
