Gushtaba Recipes
The grand finale of the Kashmiri Wazwan feast — hand-pounded mutton meatballs in a creamy yoghurt and fennel gravy. Served last, symbolising the end of a 36-course celebration meal.
What is Gushtaba?
The grand finale of the Kashmiri Wazwan feast — hand-pounded mutton meatballs in a creamy yoghurt and fennel gravy. Served last, symbolising the end of a 36-course celebration meal.
Regional Variants at a Glance
| Variant | Region | Prep | Cook | Difficulty | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kashmiri Gushtaba | Azad Kashmir | 45m | 1h | Hard | 4 |
| Kashmiri Gushtaba — Yogurt Lamb Meatballs | KP | 1h | 1h 30m | Hard | 4 |
All Gushtaba Recipes
Kashmiri Gushtaba
The grand finale of the Kashmiri Wazwan — hand-pounded mutton meatballs (with fat pounded in) in a pale cream yoghurt-fennel gravy. No onion. No tomato. No red chilli. The ivory colour is the mark of authenticity — orange or red means it has been modified.
Kashmiri Gushtaba — Yogurt Lamb Meatballs
The crown jewel of Kashmiri wazwan — giant hand-pounded lamb meatballs simmered in a silky, lightly spiced yogurt gravy. Gushtaba is traditionally the final savory dish of a wedding feast, signaling the meal is complete.