We just love how diverse Indian cuisine is. It is a combination of different regional dishes, each dish as rich and diverse as the culture of the country. What we like most is how different one cuisine is from another. Take for example North Indian and South Indian cuisines. While North Indian food culture is dominated by the use of butter and cream, a South Indian dish is lighter and more aromatic thanks to the use of tamarind and kokum. Then we have some dishes that are foreign in origin but have been Indianized over the years with the use of local herbs and spices. A great example of the same dish is Parsi cuisine. Parsi cuisine is basically a beautiful blend of Iranian food culture, Maharashtrian flavors and British influences.
According to food historians, the Parsi food culture has developed in India since the 17th century, when the Parsis arrived in India from Persia and settled there. They are mainly settled in the Western part of the country which is why you will find the community mainly in Maharashtra (in Mumbai specifically) and surrounding areas. Today, they hold such an integral place in Indian food culture that a trip to Mumbai would not be complete without trying the delicacies at Irani’s cafes.
Today we bring you one such dish from the kitchens of cafes in Irani that has impressed us with its great taste. It’s pulao berry. You heard us. The flavor of the pulao, mixed with the nutty flavor of the berries, left a strong impression on our palates. Let’s learn how to make the Iranian Berry Pulao.
Also read: Irani Café in Mumbai: From Bun Maska to Keema Pao and Old World Charm
Parsi Berry Pulao Recipe | How to make Iranian Berry Pulao:
This recipe may seem extensive at first glance, but trust us, it’s very simple to do; All you need is a little time and patience. First, prepare the chicken gravy with a variety of masalas, then boil the rice and combine the two like biryani. Finally, let the dish incubate for 10-15 minutes. Well, don’t forget to add a generous amount of berries and dried fruits to the dish for extra richness and flavor. And of course, serve it hot.
Click here for the detailed, step-by-step recipe of Parsi Berry Pulao.
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About Somdatta SahaExplorer- this is what Somdatta likes to call himself. Whether it’s about food, people or places, all she craves is to know the unknown. A simple aglio olio or daal-chawal and a good movie can set her off to a new day.
