Review of “Nihari” and three most viewed recipes
Today we have chosen the best Nihari techniques as our topic. The word Nihari is derived from the Arabic word nahar which means morning. In fact, during the Mughal rule, the Nawab used to eat it for breakfast after the Fajr prayers in the morning, hence the name Nihari became famous. Basically, the meat of beef, calf, goat, sheep or ewe is used in Nihari as well as the meat of other animals like chicken is also used. Nihari is slow cooked with spices all night long and eaten for breakfast in the morning. As South Asian Muslims mastered the art of cooking, so did the cooking techniques of Nihari recipe. Nihari is considered a symbol of sophistication in many parts of South Asia. It is known for its aroma and delicious taste.
The origin of Nihari are not proven, different chefs and food researchers have different conclusion about the origin of dish, however it is agreed that Nihari over the years has evolved after it’s first introduction to Indian subcontinent in 13-14 century, believed to be brought by Mughals from Persia. Overtime Nihari has evolved and branched to various cooking style from region to region. Today Nihari is a beloved breakfast dish from Delhi to Lahore.
Now we come to the part where we talk about the best recipes for making Nihari. The first recipe we have choose is from FOOD FUSION. Food Fusion grind all the spices and fired it in oil with ginger and garlic paste for few minutes. The cooking method divided into four steps, first cooked meat without pressure for 20 min, then add salt and red chilies and cooked for 10 min, and in third step, add water and cooked meat with pressure for 20 min. in last round, and spices and cooked for 20 min.
In Food Fusion recipe, the inclusion of whole spices has added five stars instead of four. If today’s women try this recipe in addition to commercial Nihari masala mix, they will realize that the traditional method is not so difficult but their hesitation can be eliminated. The aroma and taste of home-grown spices, however, are much better than commercial spice mixes.
The second recipe we have chosen from IJAZ ANSARI. The method is slightly different with Food Fusion while the ingredients are almost same. In first step, the chicken fried in oil for almost 10 minutes. In next step he added ginger and garlic paste and cooked for 6 min. while in third step he added all spices and cooked the chicken for 10 minutes. The beautiful way in which Ejaz Ansari Sahib has explained the recipe of chicken nihari really deserves praise. In addition, the additional use of ginger and garlic at the beginning of cooking creates a fragrance in the chicken. This recipe is, of course, a delicious, low-cost, tasty central dish. Which is a top priority for women today.
If you want to cook in limited time and prefer easy method then follow the recipe of Nihari spices mix from YUMMYYY. The recipe used most popular Shaan Nihari mix available in Pakistan. The amount of meat is written on the top of the Shaan Nihari mix, so the spices should be put in the packet according to the specified amount. Working women can easily win the heart of their husbands by making Nihari with this recipe.
Nutrition value
Nihari is rich in fat as one serving contain 63% of Fat and Cholesterol by 36%. The presence of red meat provides calcium and Iron. The spices also provide potassium and sodium.
Nihari is best for weight gain and muscle suggested for body builders.
Iron and calcium are two of the most significant elements when it comes to vital minerals. Iron's primary function is to aid in the transfer of oxygen throughout the body. It's also necessary for brain function, as well as a strong immune system. Calcium is necessary for strong bones and teeth. It also aids in the regular coagulation of blood. Calcium and iron are essential components of a balanced diet for optimal health and wellness.
Due to its richness in fat and cholesterol it is not recommended to more than two time in a week especially for diabetic and high blood pressure patient.
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Nihari Nutrition facts
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mg
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%
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Calories
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559
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Total Fat
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41
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63
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Cholesterol
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109
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36
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Sodium
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179
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7
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Potassium
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482
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14
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Carbohydrates
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14
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10
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Vitamin A
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1
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Vitamin C
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7
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Calcium
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9
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Iron
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26
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Nutritionix.com
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