Lucknow, the major city of Uttar Pradesh, is known for its royal style and is also called the city of Nawabs. Here you get to see many old and historical buildings which attract tourists. But at the same time, Lucknow is also known for its delicious taste. This city has its delicacy, culture, and cuisine. It would not be wrong if it is said about Lucknow that this place is no less than a paradise for those who are fond of food. You will never be able to forget the taste of this place once you have tasted it. Today in this episode we are going to tell you about some famous dishes of Lucknow. So let's know which are those things without eating which you should not say goodbye to the city of Lucknow.
Kebab
Kebabs, which have been ruling the streets of Lucknow for a long time, are considered to be the best street food in the city of Lucknow. With a soft filling inside a crispy outer layer, these kebabs are cooked till they are just tender enough to melt in your mouth. Your visit to this city would not be complete without trying these delicious kebabs.
Biryani
Biryani of Lucknow is also very famous. Here on the streets, you will find different types of Biryani to eat. You can taste spicy and not-so-spicy biryani on the footpaths and streets of Lucknow. Here you will get both veg and non-veg biryani. If you are going to Lucknow then definitely try Handi Dum Biryani. The Biryani of Gomti Nagar is very famous here.
Chaat
Chaat is a quintessential dish in India. Each Indian state manages to put its spin on it. Some states like to keep it spicy and some like it spicy. Some like it with curd as well and some like it mashed. One of the most famous chaats in Lucknow is Tokri Chaat. Tokri Chaat is made of a potato ball filled with mashed tikkis, sour and spicy sauce or chutney, and lots of vegetables, often peas. This dish is very cheap, tasty, and very filling at the same time.
Kulcha Nihari
A treat for all non-veg lovers, Kulcha Nihari is a famous Mulghai dish from the streets of Lucknow. Akbari Gate in Chowk is the best place to get a real taste of this perfect dish. Nihari is meat served in a thick, flavourful gravy, with kulcha being soft bread, unlike the typical Punjabi kulcha.
Paya ki nahari
There are also a large number of people who eat Nahari in Awadhi food and drink. For this dish, Mubeen and Rahim's Nahari located in Chowk is famous in the whole city of Lucknow. Nahar is an Urdu word meaning morning, which is why this dish is eaten only in the morning. The specialty of Lucknowi Paya Nahari is that it is cooked on low flame for 7 hours.
Chole bhature
Chhote Bhature is one such street food, which you will find everywhere. You can also taste Chole Bhature in Lucknow. Here at the Chowk, you will find different types of Chole Bhature. Here the combination of Chole Bhature with Lassi is very interesting.
Awadhi Biryani
Awadhi Biryani was an invention made by the tenth ruler of the Awadh or Awadh dynasty. Awadhi Biryani is made of meat and rice. These are cooked separately and then added to the dum. The flavors are very mild but together they pack quite a punch. Biryani is downright sinful and often the dupe of all Lucknowites.
Kulfi Faluda
Kulfi Faluda is a long-time favorite sweet in Lucknow. In many places in Lucknow, kulfi falooda is prepared by hand and served with a sifting of dry fruits like almonds and pistachios. Cold Falooda is perfect for the hot summer season.
Cream cheese
This sweet is one of a kind and if you think that you will find such sweet in any other city then you are wrong. Yes, if you test Malai ki Gilori once, then this will become the reason for your coming to Lucknow again and again.
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