On the other hand, there are simple dishes which are ideal for everyday eating. Paan' is served as a digestive after some meals. It is an astringent and is believed to help in clearing the system. Mumbai is known to be a good place for connoisseurs of paan. Buttermilk is whipped yogurt, and can be had sweetened or with salt and is usually very thick.
Wheat is the staple food here.
Shredded vegetables mixed with spices and stuffed into the dough, which is then rolled and roasted to make the delicious stuffed parathas. Some Punjabis also eat meat dishes, an Indian cottage cheese called paneer, pilaus garnished with fried onions and roasted nuts like cashew and topped with silver leaf and rose petals. Tandoori' food, a favorite with many foreigners is a gift from the Punjab. The special wheat bread cooked over the tandoor is called 'Naan'. In the beautiful and rich valley of Kashmir, all dishes are built around the main course of rice.