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Rogan Josh
Lamb in fragrant Garlic Cream Sauce served on a saffron pilaf with peaches
A classic Moghul dish hailing from the Kashmir region of India (northern) is a perfect example of much of the Islamic influences in the food culture of this nation. The use of lamb, mutton, goat and chicken is far more popular over the consumption of beef and pork as they are “forbidden” due to the customs of Hindus and Muslims. The use of pilafs is another arab influenced food item especially with the use of saffron in the rice dish as this illustrates the the persian cultural influences brought by the Arabs as they conquered lands after the fall of Rome. The “cream” portion of the sauce is acquired by the use of sour cream and yogurt- which for the northern regions is a much more prominent aspect. Another common item within this dish is that of garam masala, a spice mixture which is how spices are often used in India versus their individual usage in other asian cooking.