Cuisine
Main article: Pakistani cuisineKnown for its richness and flavour, Pakistani cuisine is a blend of cooking traditions from different regions of the subcontinent; the wide-spread style of cooking originated from the royal kitchens of sixteenth century Mughal emperors. Although the variety of meat dishes in Pakistan is greater, the food has similarities to North Indian cuisine. Pakistani cooking utilities spices, herbs and seasoning in heavy amount. Garlic, ginger, turmeric, red chilli and garam masala is used in most dishes and household cuisine includes curry on regular basis. Chapati, a thin flat bread made from wheat, is used as staple food and is served with curry, meat, vegetables and lentils. Rice is another common food served plain, fried with spices and is also used in sweet dishes. Among beverages lassi is a traditional drink in the Punjab region.
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