Top 5 Famous Foods Of Delhi

Delhi is a place which is famous for its food. A Delhite can never say no to food. This is a city with a very rich diversity of cuisines. There is a huge variety of vegetarian as well as non vegetarian food. Most of the people living here are Punjabi and Punjabis just love to eat! They are the real fans of food. Delhi has a large variety of yummy and delicious foods. So, here are some of the favourite cuisines of people living in Delhi.

Chole bhature

The first thing that comes to every Punjabi's mind when it comes to good food is Chole Bhature. This is one of the best dish enjoyed by the people. It is suggested that you eat it on an empty stomach because it is rich, heavy and spicy. Punjabi dishes are a must try whenever you visit Delhi. And surprisingly Chole Bhature are found in the breakfast menu in the capital. It is accompanied by lassi and is found at almost every food joint as it is very popular among Delhites.

Chaat

Next comes is chaat, this is the only thing that everyone enjoys and loves to have. It has made the whole street food ticking in Delhi. The best street food that you will get will be undoubtedly in Chandni Chowk. In fact, it’s known as the street food capital of Delhi. Some of the other good street food joints are Bittu Tikki Wala and Daulat ki Chaat.

Butter Chicken

Butter chicken is next on the list. It’s one of the most likable dish. This dish is found in almost every non vegetarian restaurant and also in highway dhabas. It is best enjoyed with naan or rice. This dish was accidentally discovered by cooks. And it turned out to be one of the most mouth watering dish in Delhi. In fact, not only in Delhi but in the whole country. You’ll get the best chicken in Daryaganj and Pandara road.

Paranthas

Coming to a healthy dish. It is a perfect start in the morning. It’s a parantha! This is a meal for every one. From breakfast to late night snack, parantha serves every purpose. It could be stuffed or plain. Stuffing could be of potatoes, cauliflowers, radish, etc. There’s this place known as ‘paranthe wali gali' in Chandni Chowk. You’ll get all types of paranthas there.

Desserts

It’s hard to say no to desserts. There’s this familiar line used in every Delhi household, ‘Khaane ke baad kuch meetha ho jaye!’. Some of the most famous desserts include hot jalebis, rabri and not to forget kulfis in various flavours. The list doesn’t end here! Aam papad and motichur ladoo made from desi ghee adds to it. This shows Delhi’s love for it’s sweet’s and desserts.

These were the top 5 famous cuisines of Delhi that one must eat when they visit Delhi. So don’t forget any of it!