By Shreya Goswami
December 8, 2023
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From decadent street foods to dishes with a royal heritage, Delhi’s most iconic dishes are must-haves for those visiting the city. Here are some such famous foods of Delhi that you must try at least once.
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A spicy chickpea curry served with fluffy, crispy outside, soft inside and deep-fried breads, this iconic Delhi dish is unmissable.
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Born in Moti Mahal in the 1950s, this heritage dish includes a smooth, tomato-and-cream-based gravy in which chicken is cooked.
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This stuffed flatbread and its many varieties are so popular in Delhi that there’s a whole street full of shops named after them!
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Slow-cooked overnight, this Mughlai-origin meat dish is paired with naan and is a must-have in the Jama Masjid area.
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Originally a meaty dumpling variety of Tibetan origins, Delhi’s momos are now famed for their innovative stuffings like soya too.
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Deep-fried potato chunks are covered in chutneys and toppings to make this iconic chaat from Delhi.
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Made of vermicelli, basil seeds and rose-flavoured milk, this famous dish is a must-have when in the national capital.
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Not only does Delhi offer up meaty kebabs of all sorts but also modern and creative ones like those made with paneer and soya.
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Soft, deep-fried vadas or bhallas are dunked in a creamy yoghurt sauce and topped with chutneys and cumin to make this iconic chaat.
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The world famous saffron-hued spiral sweet treat might have Middle Eastern origins but it is truly at its best in Delhi.
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