Street food in India: dishes worth trying during your travels

A captivating journey through India would not be complete without experiencing its stunning natural landscapes and immersing oneself in its rich culture. Moreover, what truly distinguishes India from other countries is its cuisine.

What unique delicacies can you sample while traveling in this country? NewsBytes invites you to explore dishes traditionally prepared in 6 Indian cities.

New Delhi

In this city, you can visit Mughlai restaurants that have been serving since the time of the kings near Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk. Pay attention to chaat, momo, chili potatoes with honey, and matar kulcha.

Lucknow

Here, indulge in hearty tokri chaat baskets, dairy desserts like Malai makhan or the royal dessert nimish, as well as Malai paan.

Kolkata

This culinary paradise offers tourists the chance to savor aloo chops, beguni, and penyaji. It also serves spicy fuchkas made of fried crispy rice, which you'll find on the city's streets, along with hot curry with peas called googni and jhal muri, a mixture of puffed rice.

Chennai

You're recommended to try atho, a popular Burmese noodle dish, sandalwood made from boiled chickpeas and grated coconut, and a refreshing milk drink called jigarthanda.

Bengaluru

Here, indulge in a variety of mouth-watering delicacies including Mangalorean banana puri buns and dal obbattu, made with dal, jaggery, cardamom, flour, and rava.

Mumbai

This city is renowned for dishes such as pav bhaji, vada pav, and bhelpuri. Don't forget to try dabali, misal pav, and poha as well.