India’s national capital is a cityscape that never ceases to amaze. Be it performance shows, movie shoots, architecture, or even just a stroll through unknown streets, tourists from all over the world find something special with every visit. Then, there are those who book their Lucknow to Delhi flights just so they can have a luscious experience of the cuisine. India’s capital city is a fabulous destination for food lovers.

Throughout its existence, Delhi has undergone various evolutionary stages with its cuisine. Each civilization has sprinkled in its unique twist into it. This has eventually given a certain flavour to Delhi that you simply cannot find anywhere else in India. Still, the stomach can only take in so much, so here is a list of the top 6 most popular dishes in the NCR that you should try before boarding your Delhi to Lucknow flight.

Chole Bhature

Best enjoyed as a full meal, you can find a stall of chole bhature nearby no matter where you are in North India. However, the ones in Delhi have their flavour. The bhaturas are made in a baseball-bat shape and served with a spicy chickpea mix fresh off the wok. If you truly want to give your taste buds a treat, check out restaurants in Lajpat Nagar and Paharganj that are famous for it.

Kebabs

A Mughal recipe, kebabs are roasted pieces of meat finished with fine Indian spices that serve great as starters. Just one bite and anyone can be hooked instantly to their rich taste. Although you can easily visit a stall and get them delivered to your car, there are some great Mughlai restaurants in R.K. Puram and Nizamuddin that you should check out.

Chaat

For a large portion of the population, especially the middle-aged or the elderly, Delhi has always been best known for its street food. Visit the world-famous Chaat Bazaar in Chandni Chowk and you’ll find something to your taste during any hour of the day. Be it aloo tikki, gol gappe, or samosas, Delhi chaat offers a meal that is both affordable and scrumptious. Those taking Lucknow to Delhi flights in the early evening can head out to try some street food before going to the hotel.

Paranthas

The staple “healthy” breakfast of North India, paranthas can be found in every household across Delhi. If you’ve ever visited a family member who has resided there for several years, you can bet they think they make the best paranthas in the city. Even so, you need not be limited to households to get the taste. Paranthas in Delhi come in various forms, stuffed with anything from mashed potatoes, spinach, cottage cheese, or even butter chicken.

Butter Chicken

Oh yes, butter chicken. First introduced by accident in the Moti Mahal restaurant during the 1950s, this dish quickly gained popularity over the decades. Best enjoyed with a butter naan or lachcha parantha, this dish makes for a hearty meal any time of the day.

Kulfi

As we move on to desserts, there are so many options that it is truly difficult to pick the right one. Nevertheless, considering that Delhi has a hot climate most of the year, a cold kulfi is the right pick for any foodie. Available in numerous forms within the NCR, you can easily spot a stall with a mobile cooler and sticks sticking out from the top.

And that concludes our guide to the cuisine of the capital region of India. We do hope you gained some meaningful insights into the food of Delhi, learning a few facts previously unknown to you. We would also like to hear what’s your favourite dish in your hometown, or which cuisine would you like us to cover next. Comment your suggestions down below.