There is no disputing that Indian cuisine has received widespread praise and admiration, to the point where it has carved out a place for itself on the world culinary map. A recent instance of this passion was demonstrated by writer Ira Mukhoty, who recently heated up social media with a post on her Twitter page in which she revealed a traditional ancient kebab recipe taken from the secret diary of British Governor General Warren Hastings. Take a look at it here!
Hasting’s Ancient Recipe For Kebabs
This post, which was uploaded by a writer on her Twitter account @mukhoty with the tagline, “Warren Hasting’s kebab recipe,” actually left Netizens intrigued about the historical event. Hastings was enjoying Nawab Asaf’s company in Lucknow in July 1784 while charges of corruption were about to be brought against him.
Since the tweet went viral, the post has received a lot of traction. While some people find it really fascinating, others can’t wait to try it.
Here’s What The Twitteratis Had To Say:
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A Recipe You Must try!
The dish dates back to July 1784 and comes from the royal kitchen of Nawab Asaf’s company in Lucknow. He certainly loved the food, as evidenced by the note. The recipe note for the kebabs listed ingredients such as minced meat (keema), egg yolks, cream, fresh onions, cardamoms, and cloves, to name a few. In addition, the process for making the kebab was described: “Grind it thoroughly on a stone (silpattah), mould it into cakes, and cook it in butter, being careful not to let it stick to the pan.”
The details in this recipe are certainly fascinating and represent the Governor General’s love for kebabs. The ingredient list is elaborate and we can’t wait to see what it tastes like.
What do you think of this traditional recipe? Would you like to try it?
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