6 Famous & Delicious Foods Named After Indian Cities

Zee Media Bureau
Aug 29, 2024

Moradabadi Dal

Any hotel in Uttar Pradesh will have this type of Dal on their menu. The dish's name originates from Moradabad.

Hyderabadi Biryani

It is said that the biryani was invented by the Nizam dynasty of Hyderabad and spread throughout India.

Agra Ka Petha

The Mughal emperor once asked for a dessert that was as pure and white as marble, and his chefs gladly provided it.

Bikaneri Bhujia

A well-known crispy snack from the western Indian state of Rajasthan, named after the city of Bikaner.

Bengali Aloo-Posto

This well-known West Bengali dish, made with potatoes, is a favourite among vegetarians.

Indori Poha

The Madhya Pradesh city of Indore is the inspiration behind the dish's name. It is thought to have been founded around 1947.

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