The “City of Nawabs” Lucknow is the capital of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The rich cultural heritage and traditions attract thousands of tourists every year who stays in the numerous budget hotels in Lucknow. A city is a heavenly place for foodies. Here are the top 5 street foods in Lucknow:
1. Kebab
Lucknow is renowned for its kebab whether its Galawati kebab or Boti kebab or Tunday kebab. Once kebabs were specially made for Nawabs only. Roomali or tandoor roti with any of the variants of kebab is just heavenly delicious.
2. Lucknowi Biryani
Though Hyderabadi biryani is world famous, Lucknowi biryani too stands its ground. The rice is cooked first and then various Indian spices are added along with chicken or mutton to make India’s favorite food.
3. Rogan Josh
Rogan Josh is a dish which brings water to the mouth of visitors on seeing it. It is prepared with small pieces of meat along with various spices and served in the form of curry.
4. Tokri Chaat
Tokri Chaat is a spicy street food comprising of crisper Tokri, chutney, spices making it luscious and spicy. For tourists staying in hotels near Lucknow airport, they know this sometimes as Basket Chaat.
5. Sheermals
Sheermals are a type of sweet nun made with milk and that is baked in tandoor and is normally served alongside spicy dishes.
Lucknow offers a wide variety of street foods that leaves tourists and citizens spellbound in the tastes of those dishes.
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