Here are 8 Indian delicacies that are actullay not originated in India.

20 Mar, 2025

Tanya Raj

Gulab Jamun, Persia, inspired by Persian luqmat al qadi, deep-fried dough soaked in sugar syrup.

Samosa, Middle East & Central Asia, originated as sambosa in persia before reaching India.

Jalebi, Persia & Middle East, derived from zalabiya, a deep-fried, sugar-soaked dessert.

Chai, China, the tea plant originated in china, though india made it its own with masala chai.

Biryani, Persia & Middle East, derived from persian birian, introduced by mughal rulers.

Kulfi, Persia, a frozen dairy dessert similar to persian ice creams like bastani sonnati.

Rajma, Mexico & Central America, kidney beans were introduced to india by the portuguese.

Naan, Persia & Central Asia, traditional persian flatbread brought to india by the mughals.

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