6 Classic Non-Veg Parsi Dishes To Relish On Parsi New Year 2025
Parsi New Year 2025: Here Are 6 Traditional Non-Veg Parsi Dishes You Must Try
1. Patra Ni Macchi
If you enjoy seafood, you cannot miss out on one of the most popular Parsi dishes: the Patra Ni Macchi. This is no ordinary preparation. Here, the fish is first coated in a fragrant green chutney (made primarily of mint and coriander). It is then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed well. As you unwrap the fish later, you feel like you're unwrapping a delicious gift. If you cannot make this dish at home, consider ordering it online.
2. Chicken Farcha
If you want a chicken dish that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser, add Chicken Farcha to your Parsi New Year 2025 menu. This crisp delight is a great option for a party appetiser. The chicken is coated in egg before being fried to crisp golden goodness. It is a flavour and a texture treat you need to try!
3. Salli Boti
Mutton lovers, make sure you relish this comforting meat curry for Parsi New Year 2025. Salli Boti has a distinctive blend of sweetness, spiciness and tanginess that is sure to impress. "Salli" refers to the topping of delicately crisp fried potato strands that take this dish to the next level. Sounds perfectly yummy, doesn't it?
4. Kolmi No Patio
If you're looking for a seafood curry for your Parsi New Year feast, choose Kolmi No Patio. This is an aromatic prawn curry with a unique mix of sweetness and tartness derived from the use of tamarind and jaggery. Pair it with rice and dal for a wholesome indulgence. If you don't have time to cook it from scratch, get it via a food delivery app.
5. Berry Pulao
This well-known rice preparation is another sweet-and-sour delight you will love. Persian Barberries are the traditional main ingredient for the dish. Nowadays, various other berries may be used as an alternative. Nevertheless, the combination of berries with spiced meat and fragrant rice guarantees a memorable meal.
6. Mutton Pulao Dal
This is a classic Parsi food combo perfect for festive occasions. A mild yet flavourful mutton pulao is paired with a soothing dal as a main course. Other curries can be served alongside them too. Mutton Pulao Dal can help bring balance if you get overwhelmed by richer delights - so don't skip it.
Happy Parsi New Year 2025, in advance!
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