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From the rich and spicy curries of the North to the light and refreshing delicacies of the South, Indian weddings offer a culinary journey like no other.
The Indian wedding menu is different in each region of the country as they have their distinct culinary traditions. (Image: Shutterstock)
Indian weddings are renowned for their grandeur, vibrant colours, and, of course, the sumptuous feasts they offer. Each region of India has its own unique culinary traditions, and weddings provide the perfect platform to showcase these regional delicacies.
From the rich and spicy curries of the North to the light and refreshing delicacies of the South, Indian weddings offer a culinary journey like no other. With each bite of these dishes, you’ll experience the rich cultural heritage and culinary diversity of India.
So, as the wedding bells ring and couples sit together to exchange vows across the country, let’s explore some of the signature wedding dishes that adorn the wedding tables across India:
WEDDING MENU: 10 DISHES COMMONLY FOUND IN INDIAN WEDDINGS
Pulao
Starting from the fragrant rice dish that is cooked with aromatic spices and vegetables. Prepared with basmati rice, ghee, saffron, and mixed dried fruit, this aromatic, sweet-smelling rice dish is a must at Indian weddings and is enjoyed with various spicy curries.
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Butter Chicken
Next on the list is the rich and creamy dish made with tender chicken pieces cooked in tomato-based gravy. It is one of the most popular chicken dishes, which is typically served with roti, rumali rotis, naan, or tandoori chapatis. You can also pair this non-vegetarian recipe, pulao, and raita of your choice.
Luchi/Puri
Call it puri or luchi, this deep-fried bread is often served with vegetable curries, chicken curries, or paneer dishes. Made using all-flour bread, these fluffy puris are the core item of every plate.
Dosa
Before indulging in the main menu, what’s better than a crispy, savoury crepe dosa made from fermented batter? This South Indian dish filled with spicy mashed potato and served with hot, tangy sambhar and chutney is just the best of any wedding.
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Biryani
Either vegetarian or non-vegetarian, this recipe is true bliss for foodies who like rich spices and loaded vegetable dishes. Prepared with cooked rice, chopped vegetables, and an amalgamation of spices like cumin powder, coriander powder, and star anise powder, biryani is a perfect main dish recipe that is best served hot with raita for a tempting dinner.
Gulab Jamun
When it comes to sweets, this deep-fried dumpling soaked in sugar syrup is a quintessential Indian sweet at weddings. To make these, you just need ingredients like khoya, milk, and sugar. Enjoy it hot with dishes like samosas, kachoris, and even custards and ice creams, and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Gajar Ka Halwa
We cannot miss out on this most loved winter treat. During the wedding season, the function is just incomplete without having a bowl full of the iconic Gajar ka Halwa. Made with grated carrots, milk, sugar, ghee, nuts, and cardamom, this rich, decadent dessert is a perfect winter indulgence with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether enjoyed hot or cold, Gajar ka Halwa is a timeless classic that continues to warm hearts and satisfy taste buds across India.
Pani puri
Pani puri, phucka, batashe, or golgappe is the most savoured dish in Indian weddings. It goes without saying that the pani puri stall at the wedding is undoubtedly the favourite spot for people of all ages. After all, who wants to miss the golden chance of savouring unlimited pani puris that are free of cost?
Kadhai Paneer
This oh-so-delicious Punjabi dish is also on the list of signature wedding dishes, thanks to its aroma and flavourful taste. Kadhai Paneer is prepared in a rich and spicy gravy with loads of vegetables like onion, capsicum, tomato, chopped coriander leaves and large paneer cubes. This dish is best enjoyed with roti, rumali rotis, naan, or tandoori chapatis. It is also savoured with flavourful pulao.
Pav Bhaji
We all must have indulged in this iconic dish. This is another favourite dish that’s almost synonymous with wedding food menus. Pav Bhaji consists of a spicy vegetable mash served with buttered, toasted bread rolls known as pav. Dunk the butteriest bread into the spicy bhaji and skyrocket your taste buds to heaven.
One or more of these iconic dishes is a must-have on the Indian wedding menu!