Fig. 8From: Evolution of Indian cuisine: a socio-historical reviewa Halim is a slow-cooked stew made up of grains, meat and lentils. It is eaten to break fasts during the month of Ramadan owing to its high nutritional value. Source: Shutterstock https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/haleem-spices-herbs-1488278681b Sher Birinj is a dessert originating in central Asia. It is a rice pudding flavoured with rose water, almonds, cinnamon and cardamom. Source: Shutterstock https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/pudding-shir-berenj-afghan-delicious-dessert-1956784180c Falooda is an Indian dessert made with rose syrup, milk, vermicelli noodles and sweet basil seeds, topped with ice cream. It is commonly sold on the streets by vendors in India. Source: Shutterstock https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/pink-sweet-strawberry-falooda-1779708683Back to article page