"Legal Battle Over Butter Chicken's Origin Unfolds in Indian Court"

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"Legal Battle Over Butter Chicken's Origin Unfolds in Indian Court"
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The origin of butter chicken, a beloved Indian dish, is the subject of a lawsuit between the grandsons of the founders of Moti Mahal restaurant in New Delhi. The lawsuit aims to determine who can claim credit for inventing the dish. The dish's history is intertwined with the Partition of India, and there are conflicting claims about its origins. Additionally, there is speculation that butter chicken may have been created to cater to British tastes. Regardless of its origins, butter chicken has become a beloved and iconic dish in India, and its recipe has been shared by renowned chef and actress Madhur Jaffrey.

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