Pakistani
Traditional Pakistani cuisine from Punjab — rich curries, aromatic biryanis, and hearty breads.
Punjab, Pakistan • 35 recipesAbout Pakistani Cuisine
Traditional Pakistani cuisine from Punjab — rich curries, aromatic biryanis, and hearty breads. Explore our collection of 35 authentic pakistani recipes from the Punjab, Pakistan region, each with step-by-step instructions, pro tips, and the cultural stories behind the dishes.
All Pakistani Recipes (35)
MediumChicken Karahi
A fiery tomato-based chicken curry cooked in a traditional wok with green chilies and fresh ginger.
HardMutton Korma
Tender mutton slow-cooked in a rich yogurt and nut-based gravy with aromatic whole spices.
HardBeef Nihari
Overnight slow-cooked beef stew with bone marrow in a deeply spiced gravy — Lahore's iconic breakfast.
Lahori Chana
Spiced chickpea curry cooked Lahore-style with tamarind tang and served with fluffy bhatura.
Keema Matar
Spiced minced meat cooked with green peas — a quick and comforting everyday Pakistani dish.
Palak Gosht
Tender meat cubes cooked with fresh spinach puree and aromatic spices.
Aloo Gosht
Classic Pakistani meat and potato curry — simple, hearty, and full of flavor.
Dal Makhani
Creamy black lentils slow-cooked with butter and cream — rich and indulgent.
Chicken Handi
Creamy tomato-based chicken curry cooked in a clay pot with fresh cream and spices.
HardMutton Biryani
Layered aromatic rice and spiced mutton cooked on dum — the king of Pakistani celebrations.
Sindhi Biryani
Spicier, tangier biryani variant with potatoes, plums, and bold Sindhi spice blend.
Bhuna Gosht
Dry-roasted meat curry with concentrated spices — deeply caramelized and intensely flavored.
Haleem
Slow-cooked blend of wheat, lentils, and shredded meat — rich, thick, and deeply satisfying.
Paya (Trotters Curry)
Rich collagen-loaded trotters curry slow-simmered overnight — a Sunday morning tradition.
Chicken Pulao
Fragrant one-pot rice dish cooked with whole spices and tender chicken pieces.
Katakat
Finely chopped organ meats stir-fried on a hot griddle with spices — Lahore street food classic.
Daal Chawal
Comfort food at its best — yellow lentils tempered with cumin served over steamed rice.
Chicken Qorma
Mild, creamy chicken curry with fried onions and yogurt — wedding feast essential.
Saag Meat
Mustard greens and spinach cooked with tender meat chunks and a dollop of butter.
Chicken Achari
Pickle-spiced chicken with tangy, bold flavors from whole spice tempering.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Grilled tikka pieces swimming in a rich, creamy tomato masala sauce.
Bihari Kebab Curry
Tender marinated kebabs simmered in a spiced onion gravy.
Halwa Puri
Golden deep-fried bread served with sweet semolina halwa and spiced chickpeas — Sunday breakfast.
Anda Paratha
Flaky layered paratha stuffed with spiced egg — quick protein-rich breakfast.
Channay (Breakfast)
Spiced chickpea curry with tangy tamarind — the essential puri companion.
Laccha Paratha
Multi-layered flaky flatbread with crispy exterior and soft inside — restaurant style.
Keema Naan
Tandoor-baked naan stuffed with spiced minced meat — hearty and filling.
Anda Bhurji
Scrambled eggs with onions, tomatoes, and spices — street-style quick meal.
Puri with Aloo
Puffy deep-fried bread with spiced potato curry — festive breakfast staple.
Chai Paratha
Classic doodh patti chai paired perfectly with butter-laden paratha.
MediumLamb Chops Masala
Tender lamb chops in a rich spiced gravy — elegant dinner party dish.
MediumButter Chicken
Tender chicken in a velvety tomato-butter-cream sauce — universally loved.
EasyEgg Curry
Boiled eggs in a spiced onion-tomato gravy — quick, economical, and delicious.
MediumDaal Gosht
Lentils and meat cooked together — the best of both worlds in one pot.
EasyMint Margarita
A refreshing Pakistani-style virgin mint lemonade — fizzy, tangy, and intensely minty. The ultimate summer cooler served at every restaurant and family gathering.