The people in Ludhiana have a passion for food. The food habit in Ludhiana is parallel to the Punjabi cuisine. People prefer simple and sizable meals regardless of exotic accompaniments. The Ludhianvi’s are also avid meat eaters.
Let’s discuss some of the local delicacies of Ludhiana.
Tandoori roti and Chicken
Cooking on Tandoor is an art in itself. Tandoor is a clay oven, and firewood or charcoal is used to heat it. Tandoori roti is the Indian flatbread cooked in this oven. Cooking chicken in this oven also bestows a smoky flavor, which is just amazing. Do try the tandoori dishes when you are in Ludhiana.
Bhuna Gosht
In Ludhiana, the trend of cooking gravy is inherited from the Mughlai cuisine. The specialty of this dish is that the meat or gosht is pan-fried with spices. The meat is cooked in its own juices, which incorporates a wonderful flavor. The gravy is simply the addons.
Makke di roti, Sarson da Saag
It is a popular Punjabi dish combination, and very healthy and warming for the winters. Makke di roti is an Indian flatbread made from roughly grounded corn flour and Sarson da saag is a vegetable made from mustard leaves.
Stuffed Paratha
Punjabi’s make great parathas. It is savory, it is filling. You can find a variety of stuffing in the paratha to make it heavier and tastier. A paratha with a glass of lassi makes a sufficient meal for an average eater.
The popular local stuffing in paratha includes potato, paneer (cottage cheese), pickle, cauliflower, to name some.
Lassi
It is a sweet, yogurt-based drink, originated in Punjab and famous all over the world. The lassi in Ludhiana is creamy and mostly blended with a wooden handle, which imparts an altogether different taste.
In fact, there are so many delicacies in Ludhiana that the list would become comprehensive. One can only experience most of the dishes only when he stays for months here. People in Ludhiana are mostly wheat eaters and they cook rice only on special occasions. If you are planning to visit Ludhiana, do indulge in the local cuisine rather than checking out the food available everywhere else. You can also rent a car in Ludhiana and enjoy hassle-free food trail.
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