India, a legacy of tradition is known for its unique food and culture; historically 75% world’s spices are produced in India which is exported for their uniqueness. Each regional food has its unique taste and aroma, which is set to cause a watery mouth.
This blend of knowledge and culture has led to the emergence of local dishes which are taken for granted by local city dwellers, but across the globe, these traditional dishes are sold for a hefty amount.
One can find, the same onion fitters being sold for one pound on the streets of London city, and the familiar aloo samosa also fetches a good price in the lanes of London city.
In a shift from Delhi to Agra one can find many different types of snacks, further down the South India region one will find a dozen of snacks from vada sambar to dosa; to Chole Bhature in the North Region, and so on.
Top 10 traditional food of 10 cities in India which will tantalize your taste buds.
1. Delhi- The Capital of India:
known for a wide range of street food options, one can find tempting local delicacy’s in the lanes of Chawri Bazaar, Chandani Chowk, Connaught Place, and Dilli 6. The foremost thing that people of Delhi look for as street food is ‘Chaat”, Samosa chaat, Papri Chaat, Dahi Bhallah, and Aloo Tikki Chaat, all come under the ambit of chaat, as we know India is associated with spice and rich taste, chaat is the perfect amalgamation of richness and spiciness mixed into a flavorful bite. Surprisingly, each lane has its own unique taste of chaat available at your service
2. Mumbai- The Financial Capital of India: +
As the people of Mumbai are in a fast lane, it’s hard to find time to explore food, that’s when the Indian burgers known as Vada Pav’ have come to the rescue of the people, Vada Pav, aloo fritter served in vada a ‘Bun’ along with tangy sauces which are easy to go on food for the people of Mumbai, who are too busy to grab a meal.
3. West Bengal-Kolkata:
Since historical times Bengal especially Kolkata has its own rich culture of food, the streets of Kolkata are filled with food kiosks that can serve a wide variety of food, but the most popular food loved by all people of the city is the ‘ Kathi Roll” a laccha paratha rolled with sauces, vegetables, meat, eggs, and seasoning.
4. Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow:
The city of Nawabs: has its own vibe of rich heritage culture, but the food for which the people of town go bonkers over is a meat-based dish known as Tundey Kebabs, with a historical significance of 115 years and still counting, tundey kebabs are sure to melt in your mouth, served with paratha or roti, these kebabs are a must try if you visit the streets of Lucknow.
5. Rajasthan, Jaipur:
The Maharaja heritage for food can be seen in the streets of the city of Jaipur, ‘Laal’ ‘maans’ is one of the most popular dishes of the province, its basically a lamb meat-based dish fused with red chillies, ghee, and is cooked in an earthen pot. Apart from Laal Maans, one of the rare dishes is Mutton Kachori which is found exclusively in some streets only.
6. Bihar:-
Litti Chokha, termed the state dish of Bihar dates back to the Magadha kingdom era, litti is a ‘sattu’ ball that is cooked and grilled over a coal fire and is accompanied by Chokha which is based upon a grilled eggplant and potatoes mixture.
7. Madhya Pradesh:–
Daal Bafla, cousin of Bihari litti Chokha is one of the most popular dish in Madhya Pradesh after Poha and Jelabi, Daal Bafle consists of lentils served with wheat ball, which are an excellent source of vitamins, proteins and is considered to be a nutritious food.
8. Himachal Pradesh:
The land of the mountains has its own array of delicacies- the most common is Dham, which consists of rice, lentils( daal). Kidney beans( Rajma)., Kadhi (a yogurt-based gravy) and is accompanied with jaggery. It provides for a complete balanced meal. Dham is prepared by special chefs who are known as ‘botis’
9. Karnataka, Bangalore:
The technology industry thrives in Bangalore, but the most famous food of south India is Mysore Masala Dosa which is considered to be a staple food of Karnataka, what sets the Mysore Masala Dosa apart from other dosa is a red spice which is only found in the Mysore version, known for its crispiness and red stuffing Mysore dosa will leave you for wanting more.
10. Gujarat:–
There are a lot of cuisines of the lion state, but the most popular dish is the Khaman- known as the sponge snack, it’s made from ground lentils and chickpea flour which is steamed, then cut into cubes and decked up with mustard seeds and served with coriander chutney, onions.
