Taste Atlas the experiential food guide that ranks foods based on their ranking by people across the world, has recently announced its 2024/25 world food awards. These awards have listed several foods, cuisines and dishes in the ‘Top 100 list’ and people are crazy about these lists, as Indian cuisine and various Indian dishes have made it to the top. These lists are a testament, that irrespective of the critics calling Indian cuisine full of spices, it is one of the much-loved cuisines in the world.
Just like every year brings a new hope, there are several takers for Indian cuisine too and while it has been ranked as the 12th best cuisine in the world by Taste Atlas, several Indian dishes have made it to the top.

The experiential food guide has recently revealed its list of “100 Best Dishes in the World” and in the same Murgh Makhani and Hyderabad Biryani have been placed at no 29 and 31 positions respectively, while Chicken 65 has been ranked at 97 spot and Keema at 100th spot. Both Murgh Makhani and Hyderabadi Biryani have received 4.52 stars out of 5 from people around the world. On the other hand, Chicken 65 and Keema received 4.44 stars.
Topping the list is Lechona, which is a traditional Colombian dish that highlights roasted pig stuffed with rice, peas, onions, and spices. This dish originates from Tolima and is a festive centrepiece served at celebrations. This slow-cooked Colombian dish is known for its rich flavours and crispy skin and represents Colombian culinary heritage.

Some of the other best dishes placed in the Top 10 spot are…
Pizza Napoletana (Italy)
Pizza Napoletana is one of the world’s favourite dishes. It’s a simple yet iconic wood-fired creation with fresh mozzarella, tangy tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all served on a soft, charred crust that epitomizes the best of Italian culinary craftsmanship.

Picanha (Brazil)
Picanha is a tender and flavourful cut of beef grilled to perfection, showing Brazil’s love for churrasco (barbecue). Its rich taste and crispy fat cap make it a favourite at Brazilian steakhouses.

Rechta (Algeria)
Rechta is a traditional dish, which consists of handmade noodles and rich, aromatic stew. This is what actually makes it a celebratory food dish. Handmade noodles along with the spices it contains show Algerian’s culinary prowess as well as its traditions.

Phanaeng Curry (Thailand)
This is a creamy spicy Thai stew flavoured with coconut milk and aromatic herbs. Its rich balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavours sets it as the quintessence of Thai cuisine.

Asado (Argentina)
A slow-cooked meat of Argentina’s highly revered BBQ, Asado, is set over open flames. But it’s not just a dish: it’s a social culture, community-oriented, very simple, yet boldly flavoured.

Cokertme Kebab (Turkey)
Cokertme Kebab is one of the Turkish specialities which incorporates tender veal strips with crispy potatoes and garlic yoghurt. Its rich layered flavour makes it a culinary gem in Turkish cuisine.
Rawon (Indonesia)
Rawon is a traditional Indonesian black beef soup made with keluak nuts, giving it a unique nutty and earthy flavour. It’s a comforting dish that reflects Indonesia’s diverse food culture.

Cag Kebab (Turkiye)
Cag Kebab, a skewered lamb speciality from eastern Turkiye, is slow-cooked over open flames. Its juicy, smoky flavours and rustic preparation method make it a standout.

Tibs (Ethiopia)
Tibs is a delicious Ethiopian-style stir-fry, known for its tender meat in its sauteed combination with onions, peppers, and spices. It represents one of the most crucial dishes in Ethiopian cuisine for all to enjoy.
Here’s the complete list of the dishes awarded as the best by Taste Atlas…

Though, all these dishes that have been featured in this list are non-vegetarian, it doesn’t mean that vegetarian dishes are behind. India has a variety of dishes that people love across the continents and this is what has paved for India’s 12th spot on the ‘World’s Best Cuisines’ list.
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