Indian is famous for it cuisine. Various delicacies from different cities make for the mouth watering dishes laid out on the table in a beautiful manner. With delicacies like Gajar ka halwa, Hyderabadi Biryani, Mughlai Chicken and Masala Dosa these are bound to make you stick to India for months. Here is a list of the varied delicacies of India which are also the most favorite ones...

» Rajma Chawal
Rajma Chawal is a meal in itself, capturing the nutrition and taste of authentic Indian cuisine. Extremely popular up north, this dish is a must have at every house and restaurant. Rajma chawal (red kidney beans with rice) is a vegetarian delight, its rich flavor and appetizing aroma has something special to offer. This dish is undoubtedly the main attraction on the dining table.
It is espeially cooked in cities like Delhi, Chandigarh and Jaipur.

» Roti
Indian breads are very different from the traditional western bread. In northern and central India, people usually serve meal with Roti, which is flat bread, hand cooked on the tawa. Roti are usually unleavened but there are variations like naan, bhatura which are made with yeast. Indian breads are usually made from whole wheat flour. The flour is doughed and the roti is made in a jiffy. Rotis are usually complimented with spicy curries and dals.

» Delightful Variations:
Flour, water, salt and sometimes oil or" ghee" kneaded and either dry fried on a" tava" or griddle, deep fried in oil or baked in a "tandoor "or oven. There are many varieties and these can be eaten plain or stuffed. Vegetables, minced meat are used as stuffing to make stuffed breads that are a complete meal in itself and these can be relished with an array of pickles or chutney. They can also be accompanied by yogurt specially at breakfast time, to keep you full till lunch time.

» Paratha
Is shallow fried, thick can be made in round, triangle or square shape. Further variation can be achieved by stuffing the paratha with vegetables like potato, cauliflower or anyother to suit your taste.

» Tandoori Roti
Is baked in an oven or 'tandoor' and can be stuffed to suit your taste. Is a delight when accompanied with Mughlai dishes, especialy prepared in Delhiand Lucknow.

» Makke di Roti/ Sarson Ka Sag `PASSION OF PUNJAB' ON A PLATTER':
Sarson Ka Saag Makke Di Roti Punjab is the right place to be if you want to know what culinery delights are. A typical Indian Punjabi meal comprises of Sarson ka saag and makke di roti with a lot of other mouth watering dishes. However sarson ka saag is a world famous delicacy that activates one's taste buds and leaves you asking for more. Sarson ka saag is a luscious green gravy, made out of mustard seeds. Cooked with masalas and enhanced with oil seasoning, this dish is relished countrywide. Sarson ka saag is often accompanied by Indian bread- Makki ki roti (corn bread). They both compliment and eachother and the roti is presented with a dash of ghee, that makes it a total delight to relish!
Have a taste of this delicacy in states likeDelhi, Haryana and Punjab.

» Rasogulla
India is a country of sweets, and Indians, if they can afford, would like to have sweets with almost every meal. Each region in India boasts of has its own speciality be it food or sweets. Rasgulla is primarily a dish from the West Bengal, where it is popularly known as Roshogolla. This is a classic and very popular Indian sweet from Bengal made for special occasions and usually served cold. This is a very sweet dessert. This delicious Rasgulla will There are softer versions, more creamish in colour than white, and are very spongy which will simply melt in your mouth. These are available at popular sweet shops, while they can also be made at home if desired. We give you guide to make this wonderful sweet dish.
Variants of it can be found in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Jodhpur.

»Lassi
Punjab has an abundance of milk and therefore milk products are an important part of daily diet. No meal is complete without large glassfuls of butter milk or lassi (yoghurt drink). Lassi is primarily a sweet drink that is a regular feature in North Indian homes. The drink is taken cold and is a good way to beat the scorching heat and get refreshed. In addition it is considered to be a healthy drink as it is made of curd and is devoid of any artificial additives. The flavor of lassi can be further enhanced by blending fresh fruits like mango or strawberry and one can enjoy a glassful of your healthy beverage.
Taste this delicacy in states like Delhi, Agra, Punjab and Haryana.

» Gulab Jamun
Sweets are an integral part of the Indian culture.
Sweets have an important part in any festival celebration in India - be it religious festivals or marriage celebrations or any other function, sweets are a must!

These round, dark, syrupy jamuns taste as good as they look. What's more, they make a versatile gift. They can be had on any occasion, anytime of the year and they are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. A majority of sweetmeats are milk preparations usually soaked in syrup.
Gulab Jamun is one of the favorite Indian desserts. They are golden brown balls in flavored sugar syrup. They are served warm or at room temperature. They are also available ready-made here in the Indian grocery stores in cans or if you are there are instant mix that you can buy and make following the instructions. You can also go to the sweetmeat shops and buy them fresh. Agra, Calcutta and Delhi are famous for Gulab Jamuns.

» Sambhar Chawal
Rice is considered a staple part of South Indian meal. Usually a South Indian meal consists of rice and sambar. Rice is a good accompaniment to many dishes, and cooked in a multitude of ways here at the India House, is also a gastronomical treat on its own. Served with sambar. it is especially prepared in Southern States like Kerala and Bangalore.

» Golgappey
Also known as pani poori, this addictive street snack comes with tiny, hollow, pillow-shaped crisps that you tap into and make a hole. Once you create a hole, you fill the crisp with teaspoons of cumin-dusted potato, a crunchy mix of red chick pea and mung bean, and sweet tamarind-date sauce. The coup de grace is an outrageously tasty mint-cilantro sauce that tickles your tongue with fresh kiwi juice and lime.
The taste of gol gappe is spicy and sour. The 'saunth' *(sweet chutney) lessens the pungency when added with every piece. These are available in two variations like 'aatte' wala and 'suji' wale pooris. These are generally had at the vendor by the street. Its an absolute delight and is relished by a large population of Indians.
Golgappeys are famous in North Indian States like Delhi and Agra.

»Matar Paneer
India is known throughout the world for its foods. The Indian Delicacies add to the charm of India. Its not only the monuments and the places to see which leave a mark on its visitors, but also the Indian Food. The Indian Food and its tastes have changed dramatically from the time when Mughals ruled the Indian Soils, still the mark they left still remains. There are foods which remind of the Royal Ages - Matar Paneer being one of them.

Prepared mostly in the North Indian Homes, Matar Paneer has a special place in the Indian Vegetarian Homes. Being a part of all the major Indian Festivals and occasions, it has the same taste and aroma which the Royal Indians Left. Though the years have seen changes in the pattern of Matar Paneer, it is still the favored one.

» Kheer
You name it and you have it. There isin't a place in North India which dosen't prepare this delicacy. The Fondness of Kheer is such that you will find it in North Indian Homes without a reason. Kheer is prepared on all the festivals.

Indian Delicacies have a special way of preparation - low heat and high sweet is the concept. Usually they take very less time to get prepared and can be stored for longer periods than other Indian Foods

» Dahi Gosht
Dahi Gosht is a Awadhi Dish. There is a Special way of preparing food in the Awadi Style; this method of preparation is called Dum Pukht process of cooking. Dum Phukt process involves sealing the ingredients in a large pot called handi. The handi is placed over a slow fire, allowing the food to be cooked in a slow manner. Today this process is used a lot in Lucknow.

Its very true India is all about Vegetarian Foods but with the Multi Culture it imbibes, non vegetarian food becomes a part of the Indian Culture. It is in this list that the Dahi Gosht comes. Gost the Urdu meaning of Lamb is one of the favorite and most sought after food of Lucknowi Nawabs. It is one of the foods which is not only savored in North India but also other states in the Country. While Strict Hindus differ in their opinions, the non - vegetarian look upon this food as the main Chef Delicacy. Preferred and liked by the taste buds on all occasions it has a special yet simple method of preparation.

» Besan Ke Ladoo
Indian Sweets - Think of any Indian Festival, it is totally incomplete without those mouthwatering delicacies. A number of sweets come in the famous Indian Sweets like Kalakand, Gulabjamun, Rasmalai, Chandrakala - in all of them there is one sweet which is made in almost all Indian Homes. Just like the pies, the Besan Ke Ladoos have a special place in the Indian Kitchen. Prepared with warmth and delicacy the ladoos are unique in their taste.

» Achaari Murg
Achaari Murg is a North Indian Style Delicacy. North Indian has a culture of making various types of Achaars - pickles. The pickles are made once in a year - mostly in the winters and are then stored for the entire year for consumption. The ingredients in the Indian Pickles work as preservatives so that they do not get soiled.

Though the way Mughlai dishes have changed dramatically, still the taste remains the same. A lot of pain is taken to prepare the delicacy, which takes hours to prepare the dishes. Not all the dishes take a long time to prepare - Mughlai Chicken is one such dish- one such food among Indian Foods.

» Hyderabad Biryani
Hyderabad - the City of Nawabs is the birth place of Hyderabadi Biryani. Originating from Hyderabad, Hyderabadi Biryani is a special meat and rice dish which is a favorite of every Hyderabadi. So much is the fame of the Dish that it has not left even the visitors to this city. People from all over the country come to get a taste of this ravishing taste.

Hyderabadi Biryani was brought to India Aurangzeb and his Army. The Commander of the Army, also the father of the first Nizam of Hyderabad - Khaja Abid, brought this delicacy to the soils of Hyderabad. He developed it for providing quick nourishment to the army men and soildersoildess at war. From there on, Hyderabadi Biryani has become a part of Hyderabads Homes. Kachha Biryani and Pakka Biryani are the two types of Biryanis which are most famous forms of Biryais