14 Pakistani Recipes
From Chicken Haleem with Cracked Wheat and Lentils to Murgh Cholay with Chickpeas and Ginger — explore 14 Pakistani recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit.
Ask the AI for a pakistani meal plan → Cook a Pakistani dinner tonight →Featured Pakistani recipes
Chicken Haleem with Cracked Wheat and Lentils
Cracked wheat, barley and four kinds of lentils slow-cook with spiced shredded chicken until thick and creamy.
Murgh Cholay with Chickpeas and Ginger
Bone-in chicken pieces and tender chickpeas simmer together in a tomato-onion masala with lots of fresh ginger, finished with garam masala and a squeeze of lemon.
Peshawari Charsi Chicken Karahi
The legendary karahi of Peshawar's Namak Mandi district — cooked exclusively in fat rendered from the chicken itself with no water, no yogurt, and minimal spicing, relying…
Achari Chicken with Pickling Spices
Bone-in chicken simmered in a tangy, oil-forward masala built on the five-spice pickling blend — nigella, fennel, fenugreek, mustard, and cumin seeds.
Chapli Kebab Spiced Chicken Patties
Peshawar's iconic flat kebab reimagined with ground chicken, packed with pomegranate seeds, coriander, and caramelized onion.
One-Pot Pakistani Chicken Curry with Yogurt and Aromatic Spices
A fragrant Pakistani-inspired chicken curry simmered in a spiced yogurt sauce that’s rich, creamy, and perfect over steamed basmati rice.
Spiced Mango Pickle with Fenugreek
A tangy, spicy preserve made with unripe mangoes and aromatic spices for a vibrant crunch.
Cucumber and Yogurt Raita
A cooling yogurt base studded with juicy cucumber and aromatic spices, ideal for balancing spicy curries.
Fresh Mint and Coriander Chutney
A vibrant, herbaceous condiment that cuts through rich dishes with its bright green flavor and refreshing zing.
Chicken Biryani with Raisin Garnish
Aromatic chicken biryani with fragrant basmati rice, caramelized onions, and sweet raisins for a balanced, restaurant-quality meal.
Saffron Lamb Basmati Rice Pilaf
A fragrant one-pot dish featuring tender lamb, aromatic basmati rice, and delicate saffron, slow-cooked to perfection.
Saffron-Infused Vegetable Biryani with Yogurt
A fragrant rice dish layered with mixed vegetables and yogurt, cooked in a single pot with saffron aroma.
Stir-Fried Chicken Karahi with Tomatoes and Green Chilies
A vibrant chicken dish simmered in a tomato-onion base with aromatic spices, ready in 40 minutes.
Slow-Cooked Haleem with Spiced Lentils
A deeply flavorful and aromatic stew of slow-cooked meat, lentils, and wheat, infused with warm spices and served with naan or bread.
About Pakistani cooking
What defines Pakistani cooking?
Pakistani cooking is shaped by the ingredients, techniques, and flavor pairings that emerged in that region. Our 14 Pakistani recipes cover everything from quick weeknight meals to classic dishes worth learning end-to-end.
What are common Pakistani pantry staples?
Each recipe lists its ingredients. Filter by prep time under 30 minutes to find Pakistani recipes that lean on easily-stocked staples rather than specialty ingredients.
Can I shop ingredients on Instacart?
Yes. Every recipe on AislePrompt has a one-tap Instacart checkout that matches ingredients to real products at stores near you — so any pakistani recipe becomes a cart in one click.
Are there vegetarian Pakistani options?
Use the Vegetarian category filter combined with this cuisine page to find Pakistani recipes without meat. The catalog has thousands of cross-filtered combinations.