Dishes from Parsi cuisine you have yet to try

Parsi cuisine is one of India’s most unique culinary traditions, bringing together Persian roots and Indian flavours in the most delicious way. Think sweet-meets-spicy gravies, rich meats, comforting rice dishes and desserts packed with character. If you’ve only scratched the surface, here are six Parsi dishes worth trying. (wikimedia commons)

Akuri: Akuri is soft scrambled eggs cooked with onions, tomatoes, green chillies and spices. Usually eaten with pav, it’s simple but incredibly flavourful. It is a good recipe to try out fpr your eggs. (youtube: ETV Bharat food)

Dhansak: Dhansak is one of the most iconic Parsi dishes. Made with lentils, vegetables and meat simmered with spices, it’s served with caramelised brown rice and delivers a perfect balance of savoury and sweet. (wikimedia commons)

Jardaloo Ma Gosht: Jardaloo Ma Gosht combines tender meat with dried apricots, creating the sweet-and-savoury flavour pairing Parsi food is famous for. It’s comforting, bold and wonderfully balanced. (youtube: sanjeev kapoor khazana)

Lagan nu Custard: Lagan nu Custard is a rich baked custard flavoured with nutmeg, cardamom and topped with nuts. Traditionally served at weddings, it’s a beloved sweet ending to a Parsi meal. (youtube: ETV Bharat food)

Patra ni Machhi: Patra ni Machhi features fish coated in a fresh green chutney of coconut, coriander and mint, then wrapped in banana leaf and steamed. Light, fragrant and packed with flavour, it’s a festive favourite. (youtube: get curried)

Sali Boti: Sali Boti is a rich meat curry layered with tangy-sweet spices and topped with crisp potato straws. The contrast of textures makes every bite memorable. (youtube: zulekhaskitchenrecipes)