Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is the land of hardworking and devoted people who lives in the western part of Pakistan. Most Pashtuns are business-minded people and they have taken hold of different businesses throughout Pakistan. The hardworking Pashtuns are not just in business rather in different fields. They are good at studies and hold a prominent position at every level. Pashtuns are famous for their hospitality, and it shows their nature of love and cares towards others. They are also well known for their variety of traditional foods and offer many food items to their guests. It is not about their guests but they themselves have a craze for eating good foodies. Pashtun cuisines are highly influenced by rich cultural surroundings like Afghanistan. Because Afghanistan has a handsome number of Pashtun tribes. The cuisines are a mixture of Pakistani and Afghani items, and they are largely based on cereals like wheat, maize, barley, and rice. The distinct characteristics of Pashtuns, welcome everyone with cordial hospitality at their homes and serve them with delicious foods of their culture.The top five foods of Pashtun land are:
- TIKKA
Tikka is made up of meat and it is a blend of Persian and Afghan cuisine, and it is famous in Pashtun culture. The small pieces of meat are arranged in a thin iron rod and are cooked over burning coals. Charsi Tikka is surely the definition of love, and it is very famous in Peshawar.
- KABULI PULAO
Kabuli Pulao draws its origin from Afghanistan consisting of steamed rice mixed with raisins, carrots, and limbs. It is very delicious to eat.
- CHAPLI KEBAB
Pashtuns have taken Chapli Kebab from Mughlai and it is made from ground beef mutton or chicken with various spices in the shape of patties. It is served with fresh Naans.
- LONG NAAN
Long Naan is a special kind of Roti. Mostly, it is cooked on a stone for the best result, and it is made up of wheat flour. They are usually eaten with Tikka.
- DOGH/SHLOMBEH
Dogh is a famous drink of Pashtun people. Sometimes, it is called “TRIWAI” in Kabul, a drink made from mixing yogurt with water and shaking it extensively. Then dried mint leaves and a small amount of salt are added to increase appetite and taste.
KPK tastes many tasty items, and it offers generously to all food lovers. So, visit KPK and enjoy the delicacies with pleasant weather.
