India’s 50 Best Dishes

Dals

Episode - 5

Duration - 22 mins

Dal may be a simple accompaniment, but Indian thalis are incomplete without dal. Be it Punjab's maa ki dal or Bengal's Masoor dal, the list of India's favourite dals is endless. After consulting the Masala mantris, the deewanes and the gurus, Chef Ajay Chopra chooses three dal preparations for India's top 50 list.

Dal may be a simple accompaniment, but Indian thalis are incomplete without dal. Be it Punjab's maa ki dal or Bengal's Masoor dal, the list of India's favourite dals is endless. After consulting the Masala mantris, the deewanes and the gurus, Chef Ajay Chopra chooses three dal preparations for India's top 50 list.

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Relishing yummy chaat

India has over 100 types of chaats that people enjoy in the local street-side stalls and sweet shops. Chef Ajay Chopra seeks help from the Masala mantris, the deewanes and gurus to choose the top 3 chaat recipes. These recipes are a must try.

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Garam Garam Nashta

There's an old saying, 'breakfast like a king'. Indians follow this saying seriously and start their day with a hot, fresh breakfast. From Punjab's Paratha to Tamil Nadu's Idli Sambar, each state has their staple breakfast. Chef Ajay Chopra chooses three yummy breakfast recipes for his Top 50 list.

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Comfort Food

Comfort food is food that provides a nostalgic or sentimental value to someone. It could be a simple home-cooked meal or a bowl of hot soup or khichdi. Chef Ajay Chopra shares the three most popular comfort foods recipes that make it to his top 50 list.

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Parathe

Paratha is a classic Indian flatbread that finds its place in different cuisines across the country. Be it the stuffed parathas of North or Malabari paratha down South or Mughlai paratha in the East, the love for parathas is undying. Which paratha do you think will make it to the top 50 list?

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Dals

Dal may be a simple accompaniment, but Indian thalis are incomplete without dal. Be it Punjab's maa ki dal or Bengal's Masoor dal, the list of India's favourite dals is endless. After consulting the Masala mantris, the deewanes and the gurus, Chef Ajay Chopra chooses three dal preparations for India's top 50 list.

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Kuch Meetha Ho Jaaye

Indians have a soft spot for sweets and desserts. From the most humble sweets to the extravagant desserts, every state in India has their speciality. Chef Ajay Chopra chooses four sweet dishes for his top 50 list.

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Swaad Sabzi Ka

Sabzi is an integral part of Indian thali. From Rajasthan's humble Ker Sangri to the extravagant kofta curries, Indians love their sabzis. Chef Ajay Chopra chooses three recipes for his top 50 dishes list.

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Thele Ka Khaana

Indians love street food. From chaat to momos and dosas to parathas, every state has its speciality. Chef Ajay Chopra chooses the best street food in this episode of India's 50 Best Dishes.

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Kukkad Shukkad

From butter chicken to tandoori chicken and chicken Chettinad to Murgir Jhol, Indians love chicken dishes. Chef Ajay Chopra chooses the three best chicken dishes for India's 50 best dishes list.

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Ande Ka Funda

Omelette, bhurji, anda ghotala have one ingredient in common. Eggs! In this episode, Chef Ajay Chopra shortlists three egg recipes that are loved by all.

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It's All About Rice

Indian thali is incomplete without rice. From lemon rice down south to tehri in North India, rice is cooked in a variety of ways in India. Chef Ajay Chopra shares three recipes that made it to his top 50 list.

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The Indian Breads

Roti, Paratha, Naan, Bhakri, Kulcha, Puri etc, India has a wide range of bread that is served with the thali. Chef Ajay Chopra shares three recipes that will make you drool.

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Curries of India

India is known for its aromatic and flavourful curries. After considering various vegetarian and non-vegetarian curries, Chef Ajay Chopra chooses three curries for his 50 best dishes list.

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Flavours of South India

South Indian cuisine is beyond Idli, dosa and sambar. From Kerala's stews to Tamil Nadu's Kuzambhu, South Indian cuisine is full of textures and flavours. Chef Ajay Chopra shares some best dishes of South India.

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Platform Ka Khaana

Kadhi kachori at Ajmer station, Chhole bhature at Jalandhar station, chicken cutlets at Howrah have a common link between them. All these are served at railway stations. Chef Ajay Chopra chooses the best dishes from the food served across railway stations in the country.

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5 Baje Ki Bhook

5 PM is all about the yummy snacks and munching. It's the time between lunch and dinner when you crave to eat something that satisfies your taste buds. Chef Ajay Chopra chooses three dishes that will make you hungry.

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