7 Popular Dishes In India That Were Originated In Abroad

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Khushi Arora
Dec 25, 2024

Jalebi

Everyone’s favorite and very popular dessert was originally from Persia and it came to India through Central Asia and the Mughal Empire.

Gulab Jamun

Gulab Jamun, has Persian roots and was originally called "luqmat al qadi” made its way to India through Persian Invaders.

Biryani

A spicy and flavorful dish made with rice is originally from Persia and Central Asia and is modified in Mughal’s kitchens.

Samosa

The word ‘Samosa’ is derived from the Persian word "sanbosag” which means filled pastry originated in ancient empires of the Iranian plateau.

Tea

Tea, the fuel of most of the Indians. This beverage is originally from China and came to India through Britishers.

Chicken Tikka Masala

This beloved dish of Indians which is mostly associated as Indian is actually invented in the UK by a Bangladeshi chef.

Rajma (Kidney Beans)

Popular north Indian dish, which is a staple diet of many Indians, was brought in India by the Portuguese in the 16th century.

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