During the Indian food quo, one can not forget about the City of Nawabs Lucknow which has a timeless Awadhi food. Tunday Kababi is one of the gastronomic secrets of India, which foodies all over the nation are familiar with. Tunday Kababi being a more than a hundred year old legend, it is more of a culture dip in tradition and flavour and heritage with the royal touch.
The Origin of Tunday Kababi
History of Tunday Kababi starts with a story of the 17 th century in the royal kitchen of Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula. When the Nawab grew old he insisted on a kebab which would be so soft that he could eat it even had he no teeth. To fulfill this royal desire a special one armed chef (named after him Tunday, meaning the one armed) developed a drop-dead delicious kebab recipe that was an immediate success. That is how the famous Galouti Kebab was created, 50 years ago, meat that is very finely minced served as a mouth-watering kebab marinated with a specialized formula of more than 160 spices and then cooked slowly.
What Makes Tunday Kababi So Special?
The meat is finely grounded (traditionally it was buffalo or mutton) and is blended with unripe papaya that acts as a tenderizer and makes the meat butter-like.
Secret Mix of Spices:
The secret mix of spices is transferred through generations and this is what Tunday Kababi is all about. It also contains rare and exotics spices that leave every bite quite memorable.
Conventional Cooking Technique:
Traditional Awadhi method of cooking kebabs is still employed wherein they are cooked in charcoal and the original flavor is maintained.
Not Just a Dish, But a Legacy
Tunday Kababi is one of the symbols of the culinary prestige of Lucknow. It has metamorphosed through its initial humble origins into a food icon with food enthusiasts, celebrities and belonging to a global tourist scene visiting it.
Despite the mushrooming of modern fast food chains all over the city, the olden day charms of Tunday Kababi still remain. It is not only food, it is history at a plate to locals and tourists.
Best Time to Visit
Evenings are the best time to experience Tunday Kababi in its full glory. The aroma that fills the air, the lively streets of Lucknow, and the joy of biting into a warm Galouti wrapped in a rumali roti make for a truly unforgettable evening.
Conclusion
Tunday Kababi is a living legacy of Lucknow’s royal past and culinary brilliance. If you ever find yourself in this city of Nawabs, a visit to Tunday Kababi is a must. It’s not just about tasting a dish; it’s about experiencing centuries of tradition, love, and unmatched flavor.
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