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It does not have any meat, but tahiri may still be the most special biryani
With a side of mint coriander chutney and vinegar-soaked sliced onions, tahiri came into being after the nawabs of Hyderabad hired vegetarian cooks to create meatless biryani.
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Soaked in masala and simmered to tender perfection: Why the world loves the kofta
'There are hundreds of varieties of meatballs, each with its own unique heritage and specific preparation technique.
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Nankhatai: How the subcontinent added its own flavour to the teatime snack
Dutch explorers and Gujarati businessmen are part of the storied evolution of the popular biscuit since the 16th century.
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