We just love how diverse the Indian food culture is. The cuisine here varies according to the region, community and culture. Take Parsi cuisine for example. In India, the cuisine is a beautiful blend of Iranian cuisine, Maharashtrian flavors and British influences. According to history, the Parsi food culture in India developed around the 17th century – this is when Parsis from Persia came to India and settled in the western part of the country. Today, you will find the Parsi community prominently prominent in Maharashtra-Mumbai. In fact, a foodie trail in Mumbai remains incomplete without trying the delicious Parsi delicacies at Irani Cafe in Mumbai.
Here we bring you one such coveted food recipe that holds a steady place in any Parsiya scattered. This is Salli Boti and Berry Pulao. For the unversed, salli boti is Parsi-style lamb/mutton curry, which is combined with berry pulao (a rice dish) to make a wholesome meal or a feast. Let’s take a look at the recipes.
About Parsi-Style Meat Curry Recipe: How To Make Salli Boti:
Salli means potato and boti means pieces of meat; Meaning, it is a spicy and delicious curry made from meat and potatoes. Today you will also find people who are taking boneless chicken instead of pieces of meat. However, we bring you the traditional recipe here.
First of all, prepare the masala by adding ghee, onion, ginger-garlic paste, tomato and some spices. Cook the meat in spices and let it come to a boil. Add jaggery and vinegar and cook for some time. After this, cut the potatoes into thin straws and prepare the salli. Then soak them in cold salt water and deep fry them till they turn golden brown. Drain off excess oil and serve with botis. And yes, garnish the dish with some freshly chopped coriander leaves.
click here For Salli Boti recipe.
Read also: 5 Non-Veg Recipes That Will Make You Fall In Love With Parsi Cuisine
About Parsi-Style Pulao Recipe: How To Make Irani Berry Pulao:
You can pair Salli Boti with roti and paratha. But if you want to put together a spread, we suggest mixing it with a berry casserole. Irani Berry Pulao is like biryani where you prepare a gravy (non-veg) with various spices, assemble with rice and put on dum for 10-15 minutes. And yes, don’t forget to add berries and dried fruits – these ingredients add richness to the dish.
click here For the Berry Casserole recipe.
what are you waiting for? Prepare these recipes and prepare a Parsi spread for your friends and family. Enjoy your food.
About Somdutt SahuInvestigator- Somdutt likes to call this himself. In the matter of food, people or places, she only wants to know the unknown. A simple aglio oleo pasta or lentils and rice and a good movie can make his day.