Many nations around the world cherish Punjabi food. You will find that Indians and Bangladeshis are huge fans of Pakistani Punjabi food, along with Native Americans who had a chance to taste it. However, some Punjabi dies are more enjoyed than others among non-Pakistanis. These include both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes similar to some Indian foods due to the use of spices and cooking styles. Let’s see what the most favorite Punjabi dishes among non-Pakistani nations are:
LASSI
Lassi is a refreshing drink made from yogurt blended. You can have your Lassi sweet or salty. It is served cold after lunch in Punjab. But you can also consume it as a meal by itself in a day. It is loved for its taste and refreshing benefits. It is mostly consumed in summers in Punjab to cool down the body heat. Lassi is known to aid digestion, and in summer, it is consumed to avoid problems of the stomach and digestive system. Having a glass of Lassi will instantly make you feel fresh. Mostly, non-nationals love Lassi for its traditional taste and refreshing benefits.
Tandoori Chicken
Americans enjoy BBQ, and Tandoori chicken is like BBQ made from marinated chicken pieces grilled on a pan. Marination takes at least 30mins for the yogurt and tandoori spices to set in the chicken. It is most famous among people who like to keep extra calories off their plate or simply prefer a low fat and high protein diet. What makes Tandoori chicken different from the ordinary BBQ available in most restaurants of America is the unique Punjabi flavor that can only be found in the Punjabi restaurant. It is easy to cook at home if you have a grill pan. American and desi meat lovers enjoy Tandoori chicken more than a regular BBQ because of its unique aroma and spices. Some Americans and other nationals might find it too spicy as they consume less spicy food, but you can control the spices according to your taste.
Butter Chicken
This classic dish is loved for its creamy and mildly spicy flavor among non-Pakistani people in America. People who love to try different Pakistani food must try this Punjabi dish. It is not the typical curry made from tomatoes and spices. Instead, yogurt and cream added to the dish completely transform its flavor and aroma. It is easy to cook this creamy orange dish at home.
Daal Makhni
South Asians love Daal as they are used to consuming it as a day-to-day dish. But non-Pakistani nationals also enjoy Daal. This dish is common in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. It is usually consumed with boiled rice or chapatti. Daal Makhni, as the name says it all, is cooked in butter. It has a creamy texture to it. You can manage spices if you are cooking them at home. Mostly, it is not too spicy for those who consume mild spices.
