10 Most Iconic Dishes Of Delhi

Zee Media Bureau
Oct 31, 2023

Chole Bhature

A popular North Indian dish consisting of spicy chickpea curry (chole) served with deep-fried bread (bhature).

Paranthas

Stuffed flatbreads, often filled with a variety of ingredients like potatoes, paneer (cottage cheese), or mixed vegetables, served with yogurt and pickles.

Butter Chicken

A rich and creamy tomato-based gravy with tender pieces of chicken. It's a favorite for its succulent flavors.

Aloo Tikki

Fried potato patties, often served with chutneys and yogurt, making for a delicious and filling snack.

Rajma Chawal

Red kidney beans cooked in a thick tomato-based gravy, served with steamed rice, a comfort food for many.

Matar Kulcha

Spiced green peas served with fluffy, oven-baked bread, known as kulcha.

Dahi Bhalla

Soft lentil dumplings soaked in yogurt, topped with tangy tamarind chutney, and a mix of spices.

Kebabs

Delhi is famous for its succulent kebabs, especially the Galouti Kebabs and Seekh Kebabs, often served with naan or rumali roti.

Biryani

Delhi offers a range of biryanis, including the popular chicken and mutton biryanis, with fragrant rice and well-spiced meat.

Jalebi

A sweet treat made from deep-fried, coiled batter soaked in sugar syrup, known for its sugary goodness.

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