6 Popular Indian Dishes: Their Origin, Ingredients, & Taste

Did you know that India generates more than 70% of the world’s spices? On a bonus note, India also produces more varieties of spices than any other country in the world. There’s no doubt that this country is the ‘Land of Spices’ as its name suggests. But whether you’re someone who wants to be featured in the next episode of ‘Hot Ones’ because of your love for spicy food or can’t handle any spice at all, there’s an Indian dish in our menu for you. 

So, without further ado, let’s explore the 6 most popular Indian dishes you can order in Little Nepal Cuisine, a Nepalese and Indian restaurant in Regina. 

6 Best Indian Dishes in Little Nepal Cuisine

Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala is a dish that has its roots on the Indian subcontinent, but it became iconic in the UK and is considered one of the nation’s national curries. While the origin of the dish is still debated, its creation is widely recognized as being Indian with British inspiration.

Chunks of chicken are cooked, usually in a tandoor, and then simmered in a rich creamy tomato sauce flavoured with such spices like garam masala, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Additionally, yogurt is the primary ingredient that gives this dish its creaminess. Chicken Tikka Masala is an absolute must for all curry lovers in Regina!

Laccha Paratha

Laccha Paratha is a flatbread made from wheat flour, layered with ghee (clarified butter) by rolling, folding the dough into layers and giving crispy layers while eating. It is a flaky and layered bread that goes well with any type of Indian curry. Soft inside and crispy outside, this Indian bread has a buttery flavour with a great chew to it. It’s the perfect accompaniment to any curry or just with a side of yogurt.

Paneer Korma

Traditionally a Mughlai recipe, Paneer Korma originated in the royal kitchens of North India. The paneer or Indian cheese is cooked in a rich sauce made of cashew nuts, cream, yogurt, and spices like cardamom and cinnamon. Light, rich, creamy, and slightly sweet, the flavour of paneer korma is light and good for those who enjoy their curries on the milder side. This is a great vegetarian option, for those wanting to try an Indian dish that is less spicy yet tastes amazing.

Lamb Biryani

While Biryani is originally of Persian origin, it became popular in India when the Mughal emperors ruled it. This Indian dish later evolved over centuries to become what it is today, a quintessential dish of Indian cuisine, with different regions of the country developing their own unique ways of preparing it.

The primary ingredients used to make Lamb Biryani are Basmati rice, tender lamb and a range of aromatic spices, like saffron, cloves, and cardamom. This Indian dish presents a symphony, spicy, savoury, and fragrant through the above-mentioned ingredient promising to give an explosion of tastes in every bite.

Mango Lassi

Mango Lassi is a yogurt-based drink from Punjab, India that is often served to cool down you on hot summer days or after a spicy meal. The ingredients you’ll typically find in this drink include ripe mangoes, yogurt, and sugar. You might also notice additional richness from the use of spices such as cardamom or saffron.

Gulab Jamun

Originating from the deserts of India, Gulab Jamun is a quintessential dessert of Indian cuisine that every Indian would devour without a second thought, no matter which desert they’re trapped in. These are deep-fried balls of dough made with khoya until golden in colour and later soaked in fragrant sugar syrup flavoured with cardamom and rosewater.

Gulam Jamun are soft, sweet and simply melts in the mouth, releasing an explosion of sweetness to complete your dinner. 

Why Choose Little Nepal Cuisine in Regina?

From rich curries, satisfying biryanis, and refreshing drinks to sweet desserts, our menu is packed with bespoke Indian dishes to feed the patrons hungry for an Indian feast. Our skilled chefs use traditional recipes, adding quality ingredients in them to make every dish not only flavourful but authentically well-cooked, too. Come and experience a pinch of magic in every course of Indian food served at Little Nepal Cuisine.