Famous Foods of Jammu and Kashmir

The region's cuisine is rich, aromatic, and deeply influenced by Persian, Central Asian, and local traditions:

• Rogan Josh: Signature lamb/mutton in red yogurt-spice gravy.
• Yakhni: Yogurt-based curry with turmeric and fennel.
• Rista: Spiced meatballs in red gravy.
• Pulao: Fragrant rice with meat or vegetables.
• Kashmiri Dum Aloo: Baby potatoes in spiced yogurt sauce.
• Modur Pulav: Sweet rice with almonds, raisins, saffron.
• Nadru Yakhni: Lotus root in yogurt gravy.
• Gushtaba: Minced meatballs in yogurt sauce (royal dish).
• Haak: Sautéed collard greens with mustard oil, spices.
• Kashmiri Naan: Tandoor-baked flatbread.
• Phirni: Creamy rice pudding with nuts.
• Shufta: Sweet vermicelli with dried fruits, nuts.

Wazwan (multi-course feast) showcases many of these dishes ceremonially.