Champaran meat explained

Champaran Meat
Alternate Name:Ahuna, Handi Meat, Batlohi
Course:Main dish
Country:India
Region:Champaran, Bihar
Creators:-->
Served:Hot
Main Ingredient:Chicken, Mutton, Indian Spices
Minor Ingredient:Ghee, Mustard oil, Curd, Onions, Ginger, Dried fruit
Variations:Many
Serving Size:100 g
Similar Dish:Mutton Curry, Chicken Curry

Champaran meat, also known as ahuna, handi meat or batlohi, is a dish with its root from Champaran, a district of Bihar. Meat is marinated in a mix of mustard oil and ghee, garlic, onions and ginger with the paste of spices. The mouth of the handi (earthenware pot) is sealed with kneaded flour. It is cooked slowly on a low flame of a wood fire and tossed continuously while cooking. The taste and cooking time depend on the quality of meat.[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]

Champaran Mutton has indeed become popular in various cities like Bangalore,[6] Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata, it suggests that the dish has gained widespread recognition and acceptance among food enthusiasts. This could be due to various factors such as unique flavors, innovative preparation methods, or effective marketing strategies by restaurants and outlets.

Food trends can change rapidly, and the popularity of specific dishes can spread quickly through social media, word of mouth, and culinary events. Champaran Mutton is on the same path and it has become a culinary sensation, it's a testament to the dynamic nature of India's diverse food culture.

References

6. बेंगलुरु में कहां-कहां मिलता है बेस्ट चम्‍पारण मटन? जानिए लोकेशन! Nativeplanet

Notes and References

  1. News: S . Priyadershini . Champaran meat curry now shines as a regional delicacy across Bihar . . 29 November 2019 . en-IN.
  2. News: Pioneer . The . Champaran's Mutton Handi picks up local delight in Capital City . . 13 February 2018 . en.
  3. News: मटकी वाले मटन में क्या है ख़ास? . . 18 May 2017.
  4. News: Street Food ज़ायकाः आफताब और राजेश हज़ारों साल पुराने तरीके से मिट्टी के बर्तन में पकाते हैं 'अहुना मटन' . . 27 October 2018.
  5. News: Verma . Rahul . The elusive Champaran meat! . . 24 February 2018 . en-IN.
  6. Web site: Mohan . Ajay . 2023-12-15 . बेंगलुरु में कहां-कहां मिलता है बेस्ट चम्‍पारण मटन? जानिए लोकेशन . https://hindi.nativeplanet.com/ . 2023-12-15 . 2023-12-15 . Nativeplanet.