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While Benaras is considered to be one of the seven Indian cities with religious significance, you can while away some time to explore what treasures lay hidden in the culinary sphere around the streets. Here we pick 5 dishes that people should try —
1. Malaiyo
We start the list with a special mention to Malaiyo, which is the well-kept secret of Benaras. The preparation of malaiyo remains a mystery, but it has been said that malaiyo’s recipe is quite similar to rabdi, in which foam is separated from milk. You should be able to find malaiyo which is served in an earthen pot anywhere on the streets of Benaras.
2. Tamatar Chaat
The chaat lovers shall not be disappointed. What makes tamatar chaat different is that it is made in desi ghee, and mixed with coriander and bits of namak para alongside tomatoes and chillis. In India of course, every city has its own interpretation of chaat. Tamatar chaat is the heart and soul of Benarasi locals. After all, the balance of Indian spices and yoghurt will always be savoured, isn’t it?
3. Dahi Chutney Golgappe
In Benaras, the sweetest version of golgappe are the dahi chutney golgappe — and we mean sweetest in terms of flavour but also emotion. Oh, how sweet is their love affair with dahi chutney golgappe!
4. Kachori
Whether you eat kachori for breakfast after finishing your prayers, or dinner or lunch — it never gets old in Benaras. You may either go for the lentil-stuffed or the potato-stuffed kachori. Next, taste the benarasi kachori with sabzi!
5. Benaras Ka Paan
End the street food tour with Benaras ka paan. It epitomises the journey taken to Benaras, and the joys gained from having travelled to this holy city for all that it has to offer. Benaras ka paan is the perfect finish to your stay.
Have you tried any of these items from the list?
