Jun 8, 2023, 03:44 PM IST

Five popular Indian dishes that originated abroad

DNA Web Desk

Butter Chicken

The popularity and craving for Butter Chicken in India is so big that people often associate its origin with India. But you will be amazed to know that Butter Chicken was invented in Glasgow, Scotland by a Pakistani origin chef named Ali Ahmed Aslam.  

A very popular Sunday brunch for Indians to have, but India is not the country who invented it. Biryani originated in Persia and was brought to India by the Mughals.

Biryani

It's the most beloved sweet for many Indians. It routes come from the Mediterranean region, introduced to India by Persian invaders.

Gulab Jamun

Jalebi is also a very popular Indian sweet originating in the Middle East, brought to India by the Persians.

Jalebi

A tasty supper often preferred with tea also originated from the Middle East. 

Samosa