India is a part of the Asian continent. It includes countries like Japan, Korea, China, and Vietnam too. Regardless of which country, all Asian countries are known for their amazing food. Ready for a fun fact? Asia contains about 30% of the world’s land area and 60% of the world’s population. The most famous dishes from all of these countries are Sushi (Japan), Kung Pao chicken (China), Pho (Vietnam), Gimbap or Ramyeon (Korea), and Tom Yung Goong (Thailand). In India, the most famous dish would be either butter chicken or naan. 

Indian cuisine has been around for over 5000 years. Each of the regions here has its own traditions and religions. Indian cuisine (mostly Hindu) usually excludes beef due to religious beliefs. Muslims do not consume pork, as it is forbidden meat. Indian food has been influenced by Mongolian, Persian, and Chinese cuisine, among a few others. The special blend of spices that brings out the flavor and aroma in Indian food has remained consistent over the centuries. Indian food also varies from north to south, east to west. In the north people prefer eating things like chole bhature or rogan josh while in the south dosas or Pongal is preferred.