Haryana is a state in the northern part of India. The state was carved out of Punjab and became independent in 1966. The state enjoys rich fertile land and is famous for the agricultural produce. Popularly known as the “Land of Rotis”, Haryana has a plethora of famous delicious delectable delights in their cuisine. The dairy of Haryana is also very famous and an integral part of Haryana cuisine. Most importantly, the food items of Haryana are simple but extremely delicious. There are umpteen reasons to visit Haryana, especially Gurgaon, and the Haryanvi food can be a primary reason for a vacation over there.
Though every village boasts an unique cuisine the following is a list of some of the most popular Haryanvi delights which you must taste during your Haryana vacation.
- Besan Masala Roti:
In the “Land of Rotis”, the besan masala roti deserves a special mention. Gram flour is mixed with a variety of spices, wheat flour and ghee to prepare the Indian flat bread. Mango powder, locally known as aamchur, is a notable ingredient of the flatbread. The mixture of spices gives the bread the delightful taste. It surely makes a sumptuous wholesome meal with sabzi, raita or curd. As you leave your room in one of the hourly couple friendly hotels near DLF Cyber City in Gurgaon, remember to dig into Besan Masala Roti.
2. Bajara Aloo Roti:
Another delectable flatbread delight from the “Land of Rotis” is a favourite winter recipe. Bajra helps to fight the winter chill. Hence, Bajra rotis are quite common in Haryana during the winter months. When the millet is mixed with smashed potatoes the toothsome version is prepared. A selected choice of spices are also mixed with the flatbread. Enjoy it with curd, pickles or a delicious sabzi. When you wake up in one of the hourly couple friendly hotels near M. G. Road Metro Station in Gurgaon, you can gorge on the roti for a healthy sumptuous breakfast.
3. Kadhi Pakoda:
India loves the delightful buttermilk curry. The Haryana version consists of gram flour fritters to add a crunchy taste to the curry. As you would explore the city, lunch on kadhi pakoda with rice and rest in one of the hourly couple friendly hotels near Huda City Centre in Gurgaon for a satisfying siesta.
4. Bajra Khichdi:
India loves the rice and pulses mixed Khichdi. It is a notable dish in the Indian cuisine. A variety of khichdi is cooked with millets. Bajra is produced abundantly in Haryana and Bajra Khichdi is a common authentic recipe in Haryana. The addition of moong dal enhances the taste. The spices mixed with Bajra add an unique flavor and will make you drool for more. Lunch on a delicious plate of Bajra Khichdi and rest in one of the hourly couple friendly hotels in Sohna Road in Gurgaon for siesta.
5. Singri Sabzi:
The side-dish of dried beans is particularly notable in Haryana. For the tangy and sour flavor dried mango powder, yoghurt and berries are cooked with the selected spices. The singri sabzi is extremely healthy and you should not miss a plate of it. As you explore Faridabad, remember to stay at one of the hourly couple friendly hotels in Faridabad after dining on Singri Sabzi.
6. Hara Dhania Cholia:
Haryana loves the vast variety of pulses. Green channa is a popular produce. The green channa is cooked with onions and vegetables with a selected set of spices. It is a wonderful side dish with rice or flatbreads. So, when you reach Karnal, stay in one of the hourly couple friendly hotels in Karnal and enjoy a plate of Hara Dhania Cholia.
7. Mixed Dal:
Pulses are popular in Haryana and produced in abundance. The mixed dal is a mixture of all the major pulses available. The recipe is a regular indulgence of Haryanvi households. You would easily find it in any authentic Haryanvi restaurant. As you explore the beautiful city of Rohtak, have a sumptuous lunch of rice and mixed dal and rest in one of the hourly couple friendly day-use hotels in Rohtak.
8. Bathua Raita:
The yogurt preparation is extremely healthy because the bathua leaves are full of anti-oxidants and vitamins. It is served with an authentic Haryanvi meal. When you dine before checking into one of the hourly couple friendly hotels in Panipat, do remember to order Bathua Raita with your meal.
9. Gaajar Methi:
Well, as the name suggests carrots and methi or fenugreek leaves are the major ingredients of the recipe. After reading the name you might want to skip it, but, trust me the aroma is so enticing and the food is so tasty that you would definitely order another plate.
10. Kachri Chutney:
Kachri is a wild variety of cucumber, locally produced in Haryana. The cucumber is mixed with a variety of spices and yogurt to make the chutney. It is exceedingly delicious and an integral part of the Haryana cuisine. You would find it in a regular Haryanvi thaali.
11. Kachri Sabzi:
Instead of creating a paste for the chutney the wild cucumbers can also be diced to prepare the sabzi. Like most other Indian dishes, the sabzi is cooked with a select choice of spices for the unique flavor and taste. The aroma itself is so appetizing that you absolutely cannot miss a plateful of the sabzi.
12. Alsi Pinni:
Flax seed is cooked with wheat flour, ghee, sugar and dry fruits. The mixture is rolled to form balls. The healthy dessert is a treat for your sweet tooth.
13. Bhura Roti:
Bhura is a variety of powdered sugar. The sugar is applied over flatbreads with ghee to prepare the dessert. The bhura and ghee melts evenly on the roti and gives the sweet and glossy texture. It is extremely delicious.
14. Mithe Chawal:
The desserts of Haryana are as simple and delicious as the main course meal. Bansmati rice is cooked with cardamom, saffron, sugar and ghee to prepare the mouth-watering delicious dessert.
15. Malpua:
The enticing smell of ghee and the melting sweet taste is what makes the Malpua a favourite Haryana dessert. The Indian pan cake is a treat for your sweet tooth. You would definitely crave for more after your slice is long finished. It is served with rabdi or condensed milk. The hot fluffy pancakes and condensed milk are a lip-smacking combination.
Hope you plan a trip to Haryana sometime soon and enjoy it to the fullest with these delicious delicacies. Nevertheless, you must enjoy your trip to Gurugram by indulging in some famous activities and staying in hourly hotels.