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Lucknow-the culture capital of Uttar Pradesh, can be proud of the age-old cultural resonance and street food that might strike a catchy chord. It boasts of having a delicious range of dishes, a true amalgam of flavours rooted in Mughlai cuisine. Be it the succulent Galouti Kebabs, or the crispy Kachoris, the choice between the indulgent chole bhature and the refreshing Kulfi Faluda; with every bite, Lucknow offers a story from its culinary heritage. Briefly, tasting the best food in Lucknow is a lively experience that lets you immerse yourself in the local culture.
Best Food In Lucknow – Top 10 Flavourful Delights
Here is a list of the best food in Lucknow offering the authentic flavours reflecting upon its culinary heritage:
1. Kebabs
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Kebabs have long been a staple of Lucknow’s streets and are unquestionably the best street food in the city. Your journey to this city would be incomplete without collecting these delicious kebabs. These kebabs have a crispy exterior layer and a soft stuffing inside. They are grilled till tender enough to melt in your mouth. This dish pairs well with rumali roti, but there are other vegetarian versions available. Some must-try dishes are vegetarian Shami kebabs.
Price: ₹ 100 Rs – ₹300
Type: Veg/Non- Veg
2. Basket Chaat
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Chaats are a must-have item on any list of street foods. Basket Chaat is another well-known dish from Lucknow’s streets. Mashed potatoes, tangy chutney, peas, and an abundance of vegetables are all packed into a crispy potato shelling. It is essentially a chaat that is served in a Katori, or crispy edible bowl. Aloo tikki, matar, amchoor, onion, yoghurt, tamarind chutney, green chutney, and other ingredients are all included in the edible bowl.
Price: ₹50 – ₹100
Where To Eat: Royal Cafe
3. Malai Makhan
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Malai Makan is a luscious dessert you must try whenever you visit Lucknow. It is made of a lovely soft, paneer-like cheese, known as Chenna, simmered in sweetened milk infused with cardamom. Malai Makhan is another specialty of Lucknow, mostly served in the winter season. Cream butter is the best way to describe this treat – it is a preparation made with unsalted butter, which is hung overnight in a bucket, and then beaten up to give it that creamy air-like texture; it is topped with khoya, making it irresistible.
Price: ₹50 – ₹100
Type: Creamy, Rich dessert made from Chenna
4. Sheermal
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Lucknow, which is well-known for its Mughlai food, has a wide range of breads, each with a unique touch. In order to balance and improve the flavour of the food, sheermal, a sweet naan made with milk or sheer, is served with spicy curries. You can eat these naans by themselves or with a cup of tea. They are baked in a tandoor and topped with cardamom or saffron milk.
Price: ₹20 – ₹60
Type: Soft,Sweet flaky flatbread
5. Kulfi Faluda
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Kulfi Faluda is another of Lucknow’s greatest street foods and is ideal for surviving the summer heat. Your sweet craving will be perfectly satisfied by this treat. Milk is used to make kulfi, which is then flavoured and covered with Faluda and other syrups to improvise. Rose syrup tops the kulfi, garnished with chopped almonds and pistachios, and layered with Faluda for that delightful contrast of creamy, chewy Faluda with a floral sweetness from the rose syrup.
Price: ₹50 – ₹150
Where To Eat: Prakash Ki kulfi
6. Veg Kabab Paratha
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One absolutely delightful dish that you must try when in Lucknow is the Veg Kabab Paratha. It is an incredible kebab recipe, spiced with a mix of mash of potatoes and peas along with a variety of aromatic spices. Kebabs are typically barbecued or shallow-fried until crispy on the outside and soft and flavoursome inside.These tasty kebabs are then stuffed into a whole wheat flatbread, or paratha, cooked on a hot griddle. Finally, it is served with green chutney, yoghurt, or pickles, which give an invigorating contrast against the richness of the kebab.
Price: ₹20 – ₹60
Type: Vegetable kebab stuffed flatbread
7. Kachoris
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A popular street snack in Lucknow and a great alternative for breakfast. On the streets of Lucknow, Khasta Kachoris are undoubtedly among the most well-liked and reasonably priced selections. In Lucknow, kachoris are usually accompanied by tangy tamarind chutney and spicy potato curry, known as sabzi, which gives them a further boost in terms of taste and provides an enjoyable contrast of flavours. A crunchy kachori and delicious curry make it an appetite-worthy meal or snack.
Price: ₹20 – ₹60
Where To Eat: Ratti Lal
8. Chole Bhature
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Chole Bhature is a delicacy and has been one of the most popular dishes of Lucknow-a treat for both the locals and the tourists. It comprises North Indian staple chole, which is a spicy chickpea curry, along with bhature, fluffy deep-fried bread baked from refined flour. The combination makes it an extremely filling meal with the taste as well as the stuffing. The whole set contrasts delightfully against each other in texture and taste.
Price: ₹60 – ₹150
9. Thandai
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The best beverage in the city during the summer is the refreshing and delectable thandai. Nutrient-dense and incredibly filling, it is made with milk, almonds, whole spices, and seeds. The ingredients of thandai include fennel seeds, poppy seeds, rose petals, saffron, cashews, pistachios, cardamom, and almonds. You can have it with meals as well; thandai helps to enhance digestion and cool your stomach.
Price: ₹30 – ₹80
Type: Chilled milk flavoured milk and dry fruits
10. Imarti Rabri
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One of the must-try specialties in Lucknow is this wonderful blend of crispy imartis and flavorful, creamy Rabri, especially if you’re a sweet tooth. This classic sweet delicacy is readily available at confectionery stores all throughout the city and is a significant component of Nawabi cuisine. A batter consisting of split black lentils (urad dal), cornflour, and saffron strands is used to make the round imartis. When the imartis are finished, they are served hot with iced Rabri on top.
Price: ₹50 – ₹120
Type: Sweet lentil fritters with creamy Rabri
Lucknow street foods represent a very colourful tapestry of flavours, textures, and cuisines and speak about the rich heritage of this city. From the succulent Galouti Kebabs to crispy Kachoris, from Chole Bature to lively Kulfi Faluda, every dish is a classic taste of Lucknow’s culinary delights. Plan your food tour in Lucknow today and explore new depths of the city with TripXL.
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