Nowadays, Indian foods have become so popular in the UK that you can call some Indian food the national dish of Britain. Here are some of the most popular Indian dishes you must try if you are living in the UK or traveling there. Let’s start with the most popular one.

Chicken Tikka Masala

This is the dish I was talking about a moment ago. Yes, Chicken Tikka Masala is sometimes considered the national dish of the UK alongside Fish & Chips. Though there is a debate about the origin of this super tasty and popular dish. Some believe that this is a dish straight from India, on the other hand, some believe that this is a British dish inspired by Indian cuisine. 

There is also a very popular belief that Chicken Tikka Masala was invented by some Bangladeshi Chefs in the 1970s in Glasgow, Scotland. 

Whoever created this amazing dish has surely created something heavenly. Chicken Tikka Masala is actually chunks of roasted chicken mixed in a spicy sauce. It is creamy, spicy, and smoky. You must try this amazing dish; I bet your taste buds will never forget this unprecedented experience.

Butter Chicken

Another chicken item comes in second place on your list, Butter Chicken. This dish is often also called Murgh Makhani. Tender chicken is first marinated overnight in a yogurt and spice mixture and then prepared inside a tandoor oven. Later mixed with a sauce made with tomato paste and different Indian spices. And finally, fresh cream and butter are poured into the mixture. This heavenly combination creates the ultimate magic and erupts the volcano of tastes inside your mouth.

Palak Paneer

Palak Paneer is a curry of fried cubes of paneer (Indian Version of Cheese). First, the Paneer Cubes are fried and then mixed with the green spinach paste and other spices. When the whole curry is fried in butter, this exceptionally beautiful looking and tasty dish comes out. You must taste this eye-catching dish; this will take away your heart for sure.

Biryani

You must have heard the name of Biryani. Now it’s time to taste this rich and flavorful Indian rice-based dish. Biryani is made with special long-grained Basmati rice fried with ghee and many secret spices. There are different versions of Biryani: Mutton Biryani, Beef Biryani, Chicken Biryani, Lamb Biryani, and also Vegetable Biryani. You can try the one you prefer and like the most; biryani will never disappoint you.

Rogan Josh

This food originated from the Paradise on Earth. You heard it right; this amazing food is from the beautiful land of Kashmir. This place of India and Pakistan is called Paradise on Earth for its magnificent beauty. The beauty of their Rogan Josh will also impress you. The attractive red-colored curry is actually a lamb curry. The rich creamy texture of the curry and soft and tender lambs cooked into the curry will take you on the ultimate journey through paradise. Won’t you take the journey?

Chole Bhature

Chole means chickpeas and Bhature means a special Indian bread. This Chole Bhature is actually a combination of chickpeas curry with Indian spices served with Indian bread and salads. This can be a good and healthy option for your Indian breakfast in the UK.

Chaats

Chaat is one of the most famous Indian street foods in the UK. You can find many street vendors selling this snack on the streets of London and other cities of the UK. This is actually a fried dough base with some Indian toppings. This is the best Indian street food you could try in the UK.

Tandoori Chicken

Here comes another chicken item on your list, which is none other than tandoori chicken. This is a simple yet tantalizing Indian dish that you should definitely try. Tandoor means a special oven, where the marinated chicken is prepared. This smoky and spicy chicken is often served with Indian bread, sauce, and salads. Won’t you give it a try?

Kulfi

If you are a sweet and ice cream lover, you should not miss this Indian milk ice cream. This surprisingly tasty dessert will leave an unexplainable good feeling inside your mouth, I promise you.

Gulab Jamun

Last but not least, the famous Indian Gulab Jamun. It is a soft and spongy dessert made from milk and comes in a ball shape. Usually brownish red in color, soaked in the sugar syrup mixed with the amazing fragrance of cardamom and rose water. What can be more perfect than this divine sweet little thing to end your meal? 

Here is the list of the 10 most amazing Indian dishes found in Britain that you should try at least once. These mouthwatering foods will add an extra layer to your journey and make your experience even better.