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A Discussion of Food Culture & Indian Restaurants in UAE


Different countries have culture, food habits and a history of their own. With a history of more than two millennia, Indian is popular for the tradition of vegetarianism, which most of the Indian restaurants follow in UAE.

Through this article, we will come to know more about the rich food culture of India.

Trend of meat-eating
The trend of meat-eating is known to be shifted with the times. During the Vedic period, the flesh was started consumed in the form of sacrificing animals to gains boons from the god; the anti-meat eating sentiment was felt during the end of the Vedic period.

The rise of Jainism and Buddhism abhorred the practice of consuming animal’s flesh, preaching the teachings of ''non-harming''. Kings like Ashoka have played a significant role in the development of vegetarianism, as he forbade the killing of animals.



Gastronomic Revolution
Muslim infiltration into the Indian subcontinent caused a revolution called as a gastronomic revolution. The Mughlai cuisine which is an interesting feature of Indian restaurants in UAE and is known for the addition of cream, butter, garnished with almonds, cashews and pistachios, rice was cooked with meat and much more. As far as sweetmeats are concerned, the idea of ending the meal or dinner with a dessert being related to Arabic origin.

Popularity of dishes
Talking about modern times, a number of dishes are there like chicken tikka masala, tandoori chicken, tandoori fish and much more which are famous. Incidentally, it is hard to discount the significance of the dish haleem, a kind of Hyderabadi non-veg dish that you will enjoy to the fullest if you are a non-veg gourmet. The stimulation to the taste buds of the people by the Indian spices is the major reason behind the popularity of Indian food.



Cleanliness & cooking technique
In terms of hygiene and cleanliness standards, several restaurants in the UAE, for example, Deccan Delight is well known to grip the attention of people. Proper cleaning of cooking area and hygiene of flesh, etc. has become its major consideration.

Taking into account the cooking technique, using minimum fat and low heat is used to bring natural oils and to maintain the natural aroma. Using local ingredients properly mixed with Indian cooking techniques is something, which is followed by the chefs and other cooking staff of the restaurants.

Deccan Delight
Deccan Delight, the Indian restaurant in UAE, with different menu options for vegetarians and non-vegetarians has been serving the individuals reflecting varied tastes of ethnically-diverse subcontinent. So if you are looking to enjoy a non-veg dish, for example, the best haleem in UAE restaurant, then you need not look further than Deccan Delight. 


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