Pasanda
Pasanda curry | |
| Alternative names | Parche |
|---|---|
| Course | Main course |
| Place of origin | Mughal Empire |
| Region or state | Indian subcontinent |
| Associated cuisine | India, Bangladesh, Pakistan |
| Main ingredients | Meat (lamb, goat, beef) |
| Variations | Poultry or seafood |
Pasanda (Urdu: پسندہ, Hindi: पसन्दा), also called parche (Urdu: پارچے, Hindi: पारचे), is a popular curry from the Indian subcontinent. It is derived from a style of food served in the court of the Mughal emperors. In a pasanda, the meat is marinated in yoghurt and spices. After cooking, cream is added to the sauce. It has become a standard type of curry served in British Indian restaurants.