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A signature Kashmiri dish, Rogan Josh is a flavorful lamb curry cooked with a variety of spices, including Kashmiri red chili, ginger, garlic, and yogurt. The dish is rich and aromatic, usually served with steamed rice.

Gushtaba is another famous Kashmiri dish made with minced meat, traditionally lamb, that is formed into meatballs and cooked in a rich, spicy gravy. It's a part of the traditional Wazwan feast.

Dum Aloo is a delicious vegetarian dish made with baby potatoes cooked in a gravy of yogurt, spices, and Kashmiri herbs. It's typically served with rice or roti.

Wazwan is a royal multi-course feast that represents the culinary tradition of Kashmir. It includes a variety of dishes, mainly meat-based, like Rogan Josh, Gushtaba, and Tabakh Maaz (braised ribs). The Wazwan is served during special occasions and gatherings, showcasing Kashmiri hospitality.

Kashmiri Kahwa is a traditional green tea made with saffron, cinnamon, cardamom, and dried fruits like almonds and walnuts. It is often served hot in the colder months and is believed to have several health benefits.

This aromatic rice dish is made with saffron, dry fruits, and spices, often served as a side dish to meats like Rogan Josh. It is mildly sweet and adds a fragrant note to the meal.

Yakhni is a mild, yogurt-based mutton curry flavored with cardamom, cinnamon, and other aromatic spices. It's a comforting dish, typically served with rice.

Kashmiri Naan is a type of bread, usually stuffed with nuts and dried fruits, and cooked in a tandoor. It’s often paired with rich curries and gravies like Rogan Josh.

Sheer Chai, also known as Kashmiri Pink Tea, is a traditional tea made from green tea leaves, milk, and baking soda. It has a distinctive pink color and a rich, creamy texture, often flavored with cardamom and saffron. It's popular in the colder months.

Phirni is a traditional Kashmiri dessert made with ground rice, milk, and sugar. It is flavored with cardamom and saffron, and served chilled in small clay cups.

Modur Pulao is a sweet rice dish made with basmati rice, saffron, dry fruits, and sugar. It's aromatic and flavorful and typically served as a side dish or dessert during festive occasions.

Tabakh Maaz is a popular dish made with tender, braised lamb ribs that are cooked in a spicy, aromatic gravy. The ribs are often deep-fried to add a crispy texture, and it’s typically served with rice or roti.

A traditional Kashmiri snack made from lotus stem (nadir) and spices, Nadir Monje is a deep-fried fritter. It’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, often served as an appetizer or with tea.

This dish consists of a combination of spinach and mustard greens, cooked with garlic, spices, and sometimes yogurt. It is a popular vegetarian dish served with rice.