6 Most Popular Pakistani Stews

Pakistani stew is a food usually made with beef. However, it can be made with any mixed vegetable, seafood or chicken. In Pakistan, this food is commonly referred to as curry or similar to soups but generally, stews have less liquid than soup. A stew is a combination of meat, fish and vegetables that have been cooked in liquid and then served in the resultant gravy. It can be served with Salads and roasted veggies, making them the perfect combo with Stew.

In Pakistan, there is a variety of Stew made by adding traditional spices that are considered the popular Pakistani dishes.

Here we are mentioning the most popular Pakistani Stews that are considered everyone’s favorite.

1. Nihari
2. Beef Curry (Stew)
3. Aloo Gosht
4. Sai Bhaji
5. Chicken Lahori
6. Siri Paya

Nihari

Nihari is a Pakistani slow-cooked meat dish. The meat used to prepare it is cooked overnight with stock and spices, giving it its unique spicy flavor with long pepper. Traditionally prepared for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Nihari enjoys mass popularity throughout Pakistan. It is cooked for six to eight hours to get its real flavor until the meat becomes soft. The spices it may include to make its flavor more delicious are pepper, garlic, ginger, cloves and cinnamon. These spices and ingredients make Nihari the most preferred and popular dish in Pakistan.

Beef Curry (Stew)

Beef stew is a hearty dish that is a combination of solid food ingredients that are cooked in liquid and served in the resultant gravy. It is a combination of meat (beef, pork, and lamb) and vegetables. This tasty classic is great for cold evenings or cool autumn days when you just want to snuggle up on the couch with a blanket. When making beef stew, remember to start with really good quality ingredients so you can make a truly delicious meal for relatives to make it memorable for them.

Aloo Gosht

Aloo Gosht is a traditional Pakistani stew made with potatoes and a variety of meats, depending on the particular region. The combination of ginger, garlic, tomatoes and meat, results in a rich, satisfying meal. To get the best and most delicious taste Aloo Gosht is cooked over a slow flame for a few hours to make each ingredient develop properly.   After adding all ingredients and spices it is covered until the meat gets soft and tender. Once it gets ready it may be garnished with chopped coriander leaves to make its appearance mouthwatering.

Sai Bhaji

Sai bhaji is a vegetarian soup or meat-like curry from Sindhi cuisine that features a blend of fresh, locally grown seasonal vegetables such as palak along with daal. It is a favorite and common dish in Pakistan. Because of its mixture of green vegetables, it is considered a nutritious meal.  High in fiber and iron, it is served either as a one-pot meal or with rice and flatbread. It is a heartwarming dish of Pakistan packed with strong and delicious flavors.

Chicken Lahori

Chicken Lahori is one of the tastiest, simple and most popular Pakistani dishes that is often prepared with bone-free chicken and then further ground down into a smooth paste. It is usually made with chicken pieces that are stir-fried with a variety of spices, such as garam masala powder, coriander, hot green chilis, black peppercorns, red chili powder, cinnamon, cardamom and cumin. It can be served with rice, naan or roti along with salad to make the combo best.

 Other common additions include sliced onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and plain yogurt. The chicken Lahori may also contain slices of potatoes which make this spicy delicacy even more filling. You would definitely like it if you get a chance to eat it because that would make your day. 

Siri Paya

Paya means legs. Siri Paya is a traditional Pakistani stew made with the head and feet of an animal (typically goat, cow, or lamb). It is topped with fresh green chilis and served with naan or roti. It is a dish that is a delicious, healthful and nutritious meal with its aromatic spicy taste that is served at various gatherings and festivals.