Non-VegRogan Josh
Intensely aromatic Kashmiri mutton curry in deep red gravy, colored with ratanjot and Kashmiri chilli—no onion, no garlic.
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Jammu & Kashmir: The Wazwan Banquet Tradition
Wazwan is a multi-course ceremonial feast central to Kashmiri Muslim weddings—up to 36 courses cooked exclusively by master Wazas.
Rogan JoshYakhniModur PulaoGushtabaSheermal
Dal Lake, Chinar Trees, and Pashmina
Kashmir's identity is woven into its Wazwan feasts, Sufi shrines, and the intricate art of sozni embroidery. The cuisine reflects the Persian, Central Asian, and Mughal influences layered over centuries.
Maval Flower, Hing, and Dry GingerWaza (master chef) families from Srinagar's old city
Maval Flower, Hing, and Dry Ginger
Kashmiri cuisine is notable for its absence of onion and garlic in Pandit recipes. The Wazwan repertoire uses a distinct set of whole spices—ratanjot, mace, and Kashmiri red chilli.
Non-Veg
VegModur Pulao
Kashmiri sweet rice with whole spices, saffron, raisins, and nuts—a fragrant, festive preparation from Pandit cuisine.
VegKashmiri Dum Aloo
Baby potatoes fried and simmered in a fennel-ginger yogurt gravy.
Non-VegGushtaba
Pounded lamb meatballs in rich yogurt gravy, the royal wazwan finale.
Non-VegYakhni
Lamb cooked in a mild yogurt-fennel broth.
VegKashmiri Kahwa
Saffron green tea with almonds and cardamom.
Non-VegKashmiri Wazwan Platter
Royal multi-course Kashmiri feast of meats and rice.