Best Varanasi (Banaras) Street Foods

Street food is an essential part of Indian culture and cuisine. There are a number of street foods from across the country that is famous, but nothing can beat the hot and crispy kachoris and samosas from Benaras or Varanasi. The holy city is situated on the banks of the river Ganges in the state of Uttar Pradesh and its food is defined by its culture and tradition.

"The food of Benaras or Varanasi is influenced by its people. You will find Marwari traders and people from nearby states including Bihar and West Bengal in the city have added their own regional touch to the local cuisine. The vegetarian delicacies are majorly prepared in desi ghee and mustard oil, be it spicy, sweet, or sour. Most Varanasi sweets have a milk and ghee base like the Magdal, Sankat Mochan Ke Laddoo, Parval Mithai, Kheer Mohan and Launglata among others."

Makhan Malaiyyo or Nimish is a popular winter street dessert that is influenced by Persian way of cooking. Milk froth is flavored with saffron and cardamoms and garnished with pistachios and almonds. Served in purva or kulhads, this creamy froth will literally melt in your mouth.

Here are some popular street snacks from Varanasi or Benaras that you must try if you ever visit the city.

1. Chena Dahi Vada

All the curd lovers raise your hands! Chena is similar to Rasmalai in terms of shape and is dipped in sweet yogurt and a hint of masala made of jeera and black salt. It makes for a perfect mix of sweet and sour. The coriander garnishing makes it more refreshing. A perfect dish to enjoy with your freinds and family.

2.Malaiyyo

3. Thandai And Lass

Varanasi is a city that produces lots of milk and curd and therefore, you'll find them in most of their preparations. Benarasi Thandai is made from seasonal fruit puree. Along with that, lassi is available at almost every other street shop from morning till the wee hours of the night. It is served in a kulhad topped with Rabri and flavored with rose essence

4. Tamatar Chaat

Benaras has its own version of the famous chaat which is made with tomatoes and you'll only find it here. It is a spicy preparation in which tomatoes are mixed with hing, pounded ginger, green chilies, and spices with the addition of boiled potatoes. It is served in a dona (bowl made with Palash leaves) along with chaat masala and small-sized crispy namak pare.

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