Top Lucknowi Recipes - Part 1

Discover authentic Lucknowi flavors and traditional cooking techniques. From classic dishes to modern interpretations.

Lucknowi cuisine
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Jimikand ke Kebab (Yam Kebabs)

4.4
(1460 reviews)

Jimikand ke Kebab is a delicious Lucknowi appetizer made from elephant yam, spices, and herbs. These kebabs are pan-fried until golden brown and crispy, offering a unique blend of flavors and textures.

60 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free option available
70%
75
Lucknowi
Hard
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Dum Pukht Gosht

4.0
(438 reviews)

Slow-cooked mutton curry from Lucknow, India, prepared using the Dum Pukht technique.

75 min
650 cal
Non-Vegetarian
Gluten-Containing (if using wheat naan)
75%
70
Lucknowi
Medium
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Peshawari Chole

4.2
(592 reviews)

Peshawari Chole is a flavorful chickpea dish from Lucknowi cuisine, simmered in a rich tomato-based masala with aromatic spices. Serve hot with Bhatura or Naan for a delicious and satisfying meal.

50 min
450 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
70%
75
Lucknowi
Hard
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Chicken Galouti Kebab

4.4
(1348 reviews)

A delectable Lucknowi chicken kebab, known for its melt-in-your-mouth texture and aromatic spices.

75 min
350 cal
65%
70
Lucknowi
Hard
C+

Galawati Kebab

4.0
(1293 reviews)

A melt-in-your-mouth Lucknowi kebab made with minced chicken and aromatic spices.

75 min
N/A cal
High Protein
75%
70
Lucknowi
Hard
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Dum Pukht Gosht (Slow Cooked Mutton Curry)

4.5
(833 reviews)

A slow-cooked, flavorful mutton curry from Lucknow, India, traditionally prepared using the 'Dum Pukht' cooking method for maximum flavor infusion.

75 min
600 cal
Non-Vegetarian
Gluten-Containing
60%
75
Lucknowi
Medium
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Broccoli Cream Kofta

4.1
(138 reviews)

A delectable Lucknowi dish featuring broccoli and paneer koftas simmered in a rich tomato and hung curd gravy.

60 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (check besan)
70%
75
Lucknowi
Medium
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Dhungare Baingan (Smoked Eggplant)

4.1
(1134 reviews)

Dhungare Baingan is a Lucknowi style smoked eggplant dish with yogurt and spices. It's a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish that goes well with Sabz Pulav, Garlic Naan, and Punjabi Dal Tadka.

25 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
80%
65
Lucknowi
Medium
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Dhungare Baingan

4.0
(1157 reviews)

Dhungare Baingan is a Lucknowi-style smoked eggplant dish with yogurt, spices, and a unique smoky flavor infused using a coal smoking technique.

25 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
70
Lucknowi
Medium
C+

Gular Ki Sabzi (Shallow Fried Cluster Fig)

4.4
(1461 reviews)

Gular Ki Sabzi is a Lucknowi dish featuring cluster figs shallow-fried with a flavorful spice paste. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack or as a side with rice or roti.

65 min
N/A cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (check rice flour)
70%
65
Lucknowi
Medium
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Moong Matar Kebab

4.0
(885 reviews)

Delicious and healthy Lucknowi kebabs made with green lentils and peas, perfect as a starter or snack.

75 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free Possible (with rice flour substitution)
75%
70
Lucknowi
Medium
B+

Nawabi Tawa Paratha

4.2
(1490 reviews)

A rich and flavorful flatbread from Lucknow, India, infused with saffron, cardamom, and rose water.

40 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
75%
70
Lucknowi
Medium
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Gola Kebab (Indian Style Meat Balls)

4.3
(84 reviews)

Gola Kebab is a Lucknowi delicacy featuring tender, spiced mutton meatballs shallow-fried to golden perfection. Serve as an appetizer with chutney.

30 min
350 cal
High-Protein
Non-Vegetarian
75%
70
Lucknowi
Medium
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Dhungari Baingan

4.0
(580 reviews)

Dhungare Baingan is a Lucknowi side dish featuring smoked eggplant mashed and mixed with yogurt, spices, and onions, then infused with a second smoke for a unique flavor.

25 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
70
Lucknowi
Medium
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Lucknowi Paratha

4.2
(394 reviews)

Nawabi Tawa Paratha is a rich, layered flatbread from Lucknow, India, infused with saffron, rose water, and cardamom, cooked on a griddle until golden brown.

40 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
75%
65
Lucknowi
Medium
C+

Suran Kebab

4.4
(1298 reviews)

Jimikand ke Kebab is a Lucknowi appetizer made from mashed yam, spices, and herbs, pan-fried to perfection. A vegetarian delight!

60 min
N/A cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free possible
75%
65
Lucknowi
Medium
A-

Gola Kabab

4.3
(314 reviews)

Gola Kebab is a delicious Lucknowi appetizer featuring tender, spiced mutton meatballs. This recipe provides a simple method to create these flavorful kebabs at home.

30 min
250 cal
High Protein
75%
70
Lucknowi
Medium
C+

Cluster Fig Fry

4.0
(519 reviews)

A flavorful Lucknowi side dish featuring cluster figs (gular) shallow-fried with aromatic spices.

65 min
N/A cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free Possible (check rice source)
65%
60
Lucknowi
Medium
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Green Lentil Kebab

4.2
(785 reviews)

A delicious and protein-rich vegetarian kebab made with green lentils and peas, originating from Lucknowi cuisine.

75 min
200 cal
Vegetarian
High Protein
75%
70
Lucknowi
Medium
A-

Broccoli Cream Kofta

4.5
(865 reviews)

A delicious Lucknowi side dish featuring broccoli and paneer koftas in a rich, creamy tomato-based gravy. This recipe is suitable for those following a Sattvic (No Onion No Garlic) diet.

60 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
No Onion No Garlic
75%
70