Delicious India #1: Kashmir
The finest of India's cuisines is as rich and
diverse as its civilization. It is an art form that
has been passed on through generations purely by
word of mouth, from guru (teacher) to vidhyarthi
(pupil) or from mother to daughter.
The hospitality of the Indians is legendary. In
Sanskrit Literature the three famous words 'Atithi
Devo Bhava' or 'the guest is truly your god' are a
dictum of hospitality in India. Indians believe that
they are honoured if they share their mealtimes with
guests. And of particular importance is the Indian
woman's pride that she will not let a guest go away
unfed or unhappy from her home.
Kashmiri cuisine - Kashmiri cuisine is essentially
meat-based. Lamb, goat's meat and chicken form the
basis of many a famous dish. It is flavoured
delicately with saffron and kashmiri chillies which
are not too spicy but give a rich red colour to the
food. Cottage cheese or "chaman" as it is called,
is a popular accompaniment to many meats and
vegetables.
Lots of dried fruit and nuts like walnuts, dates,
and apricots are used in puddings, curries and
snacks. The fresh water fish like trout found in the
numerous fresh water streams of the Himalayas is
a delicacy.
Food is generally followed by a generous serving of
fresh fruits like strawberries, plums, cherries and
apples that grow in the cool climate of Kashmir.
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