Popular myths which prevent the UK people from eating at Indian restaurants.

Some myths about Indian food.

Food from India is spicier than the western food. However, a large number of dishes are non-spicy and even sweet. Even though using spices and chilly is common across Indian, the amount differs. Gujarati and Kashmiri cuisines have a sweet taste whereas dishes of Andhra Pradesh are spicy. It is a common myth that Indian food is hot and spicy. Due to this myth many people do not even try Indian food at the top restaurants in London.

Clearing myths about preparation of Indian food.

People often find it difficult to cook Indian food. However, all dishes are not difficult. Indian cuisines have many easy-to-cook options Many people avoid Indian food as they feel they will gain weight. Although Indian food is rich, the number of healthy-diet option is not less. A myth surrounding Indian food that bothers people is that Indian food is too fatty and oily. The truth is that there are end numbers of healthier options. Again, the fat content depends on the personal choice of the person cooking the food. Indian food always uses fresh ingredients. The vegetables used in cooking are freshly cut.

Indian food not eaten much in London because of certain myths.

The Indian food is gaining popularity in the UK, as there is growth in the number of people eating dinner at famous Indian restaurants in London. There are many myths against the Indian food, which need to be clarified. The people must be told about the facts and background of Indian food to shed all these myths. In spite of the huge popularity of delicious Indian cuisines, like Chicken Tikka masala and Chicken Korma among the London people, some people do not try Indian food due to certain myths. Many entrepreneurs are entering the Indian restaurant business, as the demand of Indian food is increasing.

Making people know about variety of Indian foods.

This is a misconception that Indian food can only be eaten with hands. There are some dishes, which Indians enjoy eating with hands. However, spoon and fork have become a part of the table setting in Indian restaurants now. Indian food offers varieties of options. There is different food variety in every state. People can choose from two broad categories: North Indian and South Indian food. One myth is that Indian food is only vegetarian. It is true, but not completely. The Indian cuisines offer variety of non-vegetarian dishes. Many varieties are popular all over the world. A fact that very few people are aware of, is that the popular chicken tikka is not an Indian dish. It is a Persian delicacy, which was adopted by Punjab, when Mughals introduced it there. Since then, its popularity has grown and spread all over the world.