A Taste of the Hills In Garhwal’s quiet mountain hamlets, where food is simple but powerful, the bhang chicken curry stands as a testament to the ingenuity of highland kitchens. Made without tomatoes, turmeric, or heavy spice blends, this dish sings with the flavour of fresh chicken, earthy bhang seeds, and the unmistable pungency of […]
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Gathering Ingredients(Serves 4-6): Pahadi Chicken Curry For the Marinade: 800 g chicken (cut into pieces, bone-in for richer flavour) 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder Salt, to taste Juice of 1 lemon For the Curry: 3 large onions, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece ginger, finely chopped 2 tomatoes, chopped (or
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When most people hear the word bhang, their minds instantly leap to Holi celebrations, intoxicating thandai, and loud, colourful revelry. But in the hills of Uttarakhand, bhang — the seeds of the cannabis plant — holds a surprisingly dignified place in traditional cuisine. Yes, you heard that right — bhang isn’t just for festive
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