Editorial | Kashmiri Harisa : This centuries-old cuisine keeps Kashmiris warm

A traditional authentic mutton curry recipe – Kashmiri Harissa is mostly available and eaten during winters . This recipe is served best with Kashmiri bread locally called Kander Czout. Harrisa is One of the rarest delicacies that you would not wish to miss while you’re in Kashmir . This non-vegetarian recipe has high fat content and thus made in winter season.

According to the researchers, Harissa has been imported from Iran in the Kashmir valley and is the earliest form of Halim popular in Iran. Harissa in Kashmir valley is also known as “Harissa Zafarani”.The lovers of this traditional harissa are now found not only in the Kashmir valley but there are those who like it in other states and countries as well, according to the report. Those who make harrisa have it that ,  it would help keep the individual warm all throughout the day, even when the temperature recorded is below minus degrees. Harissa also prevents various diseases related to cold. This beautiful recipe need to be promoted across country so that people of other states also enjoy this during winters.