Top 5 Non-Veg Winter Dishes From Around the World You Must Try

Kazi Nasir | Nov 28, 2025, 18:53 IST
Non-Veg For Winter
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A roundup of five comforting non-vegetarian dishes from around the world each slow-cooked, flavour-rich and perfect for winter. From South Asian Nihari to Mexican Birria, the article highlights how global cuisines use low heat, spices and hearty cuts to create warming, soulful meals.

Eating warm non-veg during winter comes with real pleasure, if the food is cooked slowly on a low flame. All around the world, classic non-vegetarian dishes come with different styles, some are rich broths and long braises, and others with special aromatic spices that can warm the body and soul. Here are five global favourites of non-veg dishes that you can try this season.

1. Nihari (South Asia)


Nihari - Famous in South Asia
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This is a centuries-old classical food prepared from the bone-in cuts of beef, lamb, or mutton. At some places, nihari simmers overnight until the meat melts into a silky and spiced broth. Traditionally, this food is eaten for breakfast in winter. The presence of warming spices and bone marrow makes it a perfect dish for a cold morning. Mostly served with naan or paratha with a lemon squeeze on it.

2. Coq au Vin (France)

Coq au Vin - Dish of France
This French classic food is braised chicken in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and pearl onions. The long and slow braise concentrates flavours for an ideal and cosy dinner. The food tastes even better the next day. This food is eaten with bread or buttery mashed potatoes.

3. Butter Chicken

Hospitality of Indian guests remains incomplete without a plate of butter chicken. The food is make with chicken blended with butter and loaded with spices and flavour. The chicken dish is enjoyed mostly with naan.

4. Moroccan Lamb Tagine (North Africa)


Moroccan Lamb Tagine
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Lamb Tagine is a slow cooked meat with warming spices such as cinnamon, cumin and cardamom where dried fruit are added for sweet savory balance. This dish is prepare in low flame bathed in a complex fragrant sauce. For a chill winter night, this is a perfect meal.

5. Birria (Mexico)

This dish is a slow-roasted beef or goat stew that is rich in spice. Birria is served with its consommé for dipping and warming bowls. It is known for its tender meat and chile spiced blending which makes it a winter favourite. Mostly served with tortillas, pickeled onions.

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FAQs

Q1. Did Kohli eat non-veg?
Ans: No, Virat Kohli does not eat non-vegetarian food.

Q2. Which country is famous for non-veg?
Ans: China

Q3. Which city banned non-veg?
Ans: Palitana in Gujarat, India.
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