Pasanda facts for kids
Pasanda curry
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| Alternative names | Parche |
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| Course | Main course |
| Place of origin | Mughal India |
| Region or state | Indian subcontinent |
| Associated national cuisine | India, Bangladesh, Pakistan |
| Main ingredients | Meat (lamb, goat, beef) |
| Variations | Poultry or seafood |
Pasanda (Urdu: پسندہ, Hindi: पसन्दा), also called Parche (Urdu: پارچے, Hindi: पारचे), is a tasty meat dish from the Indian subcontinent. It is very popular in places like North India, Rampur, Hyderabad, and Pakistan. This dish first came from the kitchens of the Mughal emperors.
The word "pasanda" comes from the Hindi-Urdu word "pasande," which means "favourite." This name refers to the special cuts of meat that were traditionally used to make this dish.
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What is Pasanda?
Pasanda is a rich and flavorful curry. It is known for its tender meat and creamy sauce. People often enjoy it as a main meal. It is a famous part of Mughlai cuisine, which is a style of cooking from the Mughal Empire.
How Pasanda is Made
Pasanda was first made with meat from a lamb or goat. The meat was cut into flat strips. Then, it was marinated and cooked with spices. In Pakistan, people often make Pasanda with flat strips of beef. Today, you can also find Pasanda made with chicken or even king prawns. The way it is made stays mostly the same for all types of meat.
Ingredients and Cooking Steps
First, the meat is cut and flattened. Then, it goes into a special mix called a marinade. This marinade usually has yogurt, chili powder, and many different spices. Common spices include cumin, peppercorn, cardamom, and garlic. The meat soaks in this marinade for a few hours. This helps it become very tender and full of flavor.
After marinating, the meat is put into a pan. Other ingredients are added, like onions, coriander, and chillies. Sometimes, cinnamon or more black pepper is also used. The dish is then fried for about 30 minutes to an hour.
Serving Pasanda
Pasanda is often decorated with tomatoes or almonds. When almonds are used, it is sometimes called "badaam pasanda." People usually eat Pasanda with white rice or naan bread. Naan is a type of flatbread.
History of Pasanda
The invention of Pasanda is linked to the Mughal Empire court. However, the way it is cooked might have come from older cooking methods. A similar cooking style was described in a book called the Manasollasa. This book was written in the 12th century AD.
Different Kinds of Pasanda
While Pasanda is usually a meat dish, it can also be made into a kebab. Kebabs are pieces of meat cooked on a skewer. Pasanda also refers to a mild curry sauce. This sauce is made with cream, coconut milk, or yogurt. It also has almonds in it. This shows how important the almond flavor is to the dish.
