Delhi's Iconic Eateries: Birthplace of India's Top Recipes
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Delhi's Iconic Eateries: Birthplace of India's Top Recipes
- •Moti Mahal Restaurant in Daryaganj, Old Delhi, is credited with inventing Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani in 1940.
- •Karim's Restaurant, near Jama Masjid, introduced Mughlai cuisine to Delhi in 1913, founded by Haji Karimuddin, a descendant of Mughal royal chefs.
- •Bukhara at ITC Maurya, established in 1978, created the world-renowned Dal Bukhara.
- •Kuremal Kulfi, started in 1906, pioneered fruit-filled and stuffed fruit kulfi in Delhi.
- •Parathe Wali Gali, active since 1870, is the origin of numerous paratha varieties, including Rabri Paratha, with over 150 types available.
Why It Matters: Delhi's historic eateries are the originators of many iconic Indian dishes, attracting global culinary attention.
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