Rogan Josh

A signature dish of Kashmiri cuisine, rogan josh is a deeply aromatic lamb curry with a striking red color derived from Kashmiri dried red chilies and ratanjot (alkanet root). The name translates to 'red heat' in Persian, reflecting both its vibrant appearance and the warming spices of cardamom, cloves, and fennel that define its complex flavor. Despite its fiery color, the dish builds a slow, lingering heat rather than an overwhelming burn.