ruchimohindru9@gmail.com Delhi, the busy capital of India, is a kingdom of heaven for street food lovers. Delhi’s streets are lined with street food stalls offering an wide variety of mouth-watering dishes for street food lovers, each showcasing the wealthy culinary heritage of India. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or a first-time visitor, indulging in Delhi’s street food is an important part of the experience. Let’s explore some famous street food in Delhi which one must try for sure.Here are some of the top street food you must try when in Delhi:
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1. Golgappa (Pani Puri)
One of the famous street food in Delhi is Golgappa, also known as Pani Puri. These small and crispy puris are filled with spicy tangy water,saunth and potatoes. The burst of flavours is an experience you’ll never forget. Some popular spots for Golgappa include Bengali Sweets in South Ex.,Juneja sweets in Amar Colony mkt and many more.
2. Chaat ( Papdi Chaat and Dahi Puri)
Another famous street food in Delhi is flavorful chaat. Papdi Chaat and Dahi Puri are some of the most loved chaats liked by street food-ies. The crispy papris are topped with potatoes, curd, chickpeas, and a variety of chutneys. Head to Chandni Chowk for the best chaat experience.
3. Chole Bhature
Chole Bhature consists of spicy choley served with deep-fried breads (bhature). It’s flavourful, and perfect for breakfast,brunch or lunch. Some of the best Chole Bhature for Delhi’s street food lover’s can be found at Sita Ram Diwan Chand in Paharganj and Nagpal Choley Bhature in Amar Colony,Lajpat Nagar.
4. Paranthas
Paranthe Wali Gali in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk is famous for its vibrant paranthas. From plain to stuffed paranthas(potato,cauliflower,paneer,mix),this is a home to street food lovers serving hot and crispy paranthas. Just try them with pickles and curd.
5. Ram Laddoo
Ram Laddoo is one of the famous street food in Delhi and is loved by all the Delhities. Ram Laddoo are crispy golden fritters which are made from moong dal and chana dal. These are bite-sized fritters served with a thickly grated radish, tangy and spicy green chutney ,meethi chutney , and a dash of spices, creating a flavorful sensation of flavors in every bite. Found in crowded markets and street corners like Lajpat Nagar, Rajori garden……., Ram Laddoo is a perfect snack to taste Delhi’s vibrant culinary culture.
6. Aloo Tikki
Another snack loved by street food-ies is Aloo Tikki.It is a fried potato patty served with pudina ki chutney and meethi saunth and even sometimes topped with curd and onions with spicy masala.The perfect combination of crunch and spice, it can be found at every local stall in areas like Connaught Place and Chandni Chowk.
7. Dahi Bhalla
Dahi Bhalla is a delicious dish made with lentils which are deep fried in the hot oil to get soft and spongy dumplings and are soaked in water and dipped in yogurt and topped with tangy chutneys and flavourful masala. Try it at Bikanerwala or in Old Delhi on the streets of Chandni Chowk.
8. Dahi ke Kebab
Dahi ke Kebab, also known as Yogurt Kebabs, is a very good vegetarian option for those looking for something flavuorful and is loved by almost all age groups. These are soft and creamy kebabs which are made from hung curd mixed with cottage cheese and flavoured with different spices, deep-fried in hot oil till turned golden in color, and served with a tangy chutney. You can find these delicious kebabs at Karim’s in Jama Masjid and in INA Market and also in almost fine dine restaurants.
9. Bhalla Papdi
A sibling to Dahi Bhalla is Bhalla Papdi which is also one of famous street food in Delhi which is the combination of crispy papdi with soft and spongy lentil dumplings, curd, potatoes, chickpeas, and tangy chutneys and with a special masala. For the best taste ,visit the streeets of Chandni Chowk.
10. Tandoori Momos
Now-a-days,one of the most trending street food loved by street food-ies is Tandoori Momos which is liked by mostly all the age groups especially youngsters. Tandoori momos , a blend of Tibetan and Indian flavours, are steamed momos (dumplings) that are grilled in a tandoor (clay oven) and are served with spicy hot red chilli chutney. If you’re looking for the best Tandoori Momos, try Dolma aunty momos in Lajpat Nagar and Hunger strike in Amar Colony market
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