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New Delhi: Every time Putin visits India, his food is prepared under strict security. A special cooking team handles his meals. Dishes are checked many times for safety. His plate is made separate from others. Chefs follow his diet rules carefully. Menu includes Indian taste and Russian comfort. His food becomes the most guarded part of the event.
During his 2014 visit, Kashmir was the main theme. Dinner started with warm saffron Kehwa tea. Haaq Saag, cooked in its own juices, was served. He got very soft Galouti Kebabs. Chicken in fresh coriander gravy was also on the table. Almond soup and vegetables with kalonji were part of it. Dessert included Gulab Kheer and cheesecake.
In 2018, a royal Mughlai feast welcomed him. Chefs prepared many vegetarian and non-veg dishes. He was served Salmon fillet with light cheese sauce. Roasted lamb with onions and saffron was included. Chicken in creamy Mughlai style was added too. Lamb cooked in traditional spices completed the menu. Every dish was tested for security.
The vegetarian food was also premium and rich. Watermelon cream soup made a unique start. Crispy pastry filled with sprouts and sweet tamarind yogurt came next. Lotus stem and lentil kebabs were served. Paneer in green Makhani sauce tasted great. A rice dish with black chickpeas was added. Asparagus and seasonal vegetables rounded the plate.
Security makes it hard to know exactly. Every dish goes through heavy checking. Only selected items reach his table finally. Sometimes he tastes very few things. Chefs cannot reveal his choices. His plates stay under watch always. Guests and media are never told his exact food.
His morning starts very simple. He eats porridge and cottage cheese with honey. Eggs and fresh juice are added. For protein he prefers fish. Smoked sturgeon with lemon and butter is his favorite. He likes lamb since childhood. Salad, cucumber and tomato are common on his plate.
Putin eats very limited sugar. Most days he avoids desserts. He drinks Kefir, a fermented dairy drink. Sometimes he tries pistachio ice cream. In India, chefs must follow these rules strictly. They keep sweets light on his menu. Health, taste and safety go together in every dish.