Manali is a resort town in Himachal Pradesh. It is located at a high altitude in the northern part of Himachal Pradesh. It is the favourite holiday destination for everyone. It is famous for its paragliding, rafting, mountain adventures and more such things. This holiday destination is the most visited tourist place in India. It has the most eye-catching valleys filled with unique forests.
Apart from all these favourite things, the food of Manali is also very famous.
Here we have mentioned some of these favourite local dishes of Manali:
1. Khatta
Khatta is one of the famous dishes of Himachal Pradesh. It is a Pagari dish made from Pumpkin. This is also a famous street food dish of Manali and the whole of Himachal Pradesh. It is prepared from Pumpkin in crisped ball shape with dry mango powder.
It has the authentic flavours of street food of Manali. The taste of this great dish is entirely distributed in every bite of khatta. It is prepared with traditional methods and tastes sweet and sour. It can be enjoyed with rice.
2. Babru
This is another famous dish of Manali. It belongs to the family of kachori (a crisp snack of India). This is the most famous black gram stuffed puri with a delicious taste. Babru is prepared from traditional methods which are deep-fried and served with chutney.
This dish perfectly tastes with tamarind chutney. It is a successful dish that brings all the flavours and aroma of Manali and Himachal Pradesh’s cuisine.
3. Aktori
Aktori is a type of cake which is prepared at the festivals of Manali. It is made from buckwheat. You should try this unique dish when you visit Manali. It is prepared from the traditional methods of Himachal Pradesh.
The texture of this delicious dish is like pancakes. You can enjoy this dish with the topping of honey and relish this Pahari dish’s sweet flavours.
4. Chana Madra
Chana Madra is a famous Pahari dish of Himachal Pradesh. It is a yoghurt based curry made from chickpeas and rice. The process of making this dish is traditional. Chana Madra is prepared by cooking chickpeas in yoghurt gravy slowly with rice mixture.
This dish is rich in vitamins, fibres, proteins and minerals. The taste of this pahari dish is heavenly and a bucket of goodness. This pahari dish can be tasted best with hot steaming rice.
5. Tudkiya Bhath
Tudkiya Bhath is the most famous and delicious dish of Manali. It is a great recipe made with rice, lentils and grounded species. It is prepared by simmering the rice with soaked masoor dal. Rare spices prepare this traditional dish with a classic Pahari touch.
Tudkiya Bhath can be enjoyed alone with a burst of flavours in each bite. You can enjoy this delicious dish of Manali with your family members and friends.
6. Bhey
Bhey is one of the most famous dishes in Manali. It is a popular dish in Himachal Pradesh prepared with lotus stems. This unique dish is prepared by boiling and stir-frying the thin-sliced washed lotus with some spices and gram flour.
The texture of this dish is golden brown and crispy. It is also known as spicy lotus stem. This can be enjoyed along with all your family members and friends too.
7. Mitha
Mitha is also a famous delicious dish of Manali. It is a sweet dish prepared with sweetened rice and raisins and decorated with various dry fruits. This is a sweet saffron rice dish with the authentic flavours of Pahari cuisine.
You can treat yourself to this popular dessert of Manali. Mitha is considered the most popular sweet dish and the best dish of Manali.
8. Chha Gosht
Chha Ghost is a non-vegetarian dish which is the most famous dish in Himachal Pradesh and also Manali. This dish is loved by all the non-vegetarians.
It is prepared by marinating lamb and then cooked in a gravy of yoghurt and gram flour. This amazingly delicious dish tastes good with hot rice. You can enjoy this pahari dish as your main-course item in your cuisine.
9. Patande
Patande is one of the most exotic breakfast dishes of Manali. It is prepared by cooking a batter made from wheat flour, sugar, milk, and baking powder in spices like cardamom and cinnamon.
This dish is ideal for kids as well as adults too. You can enjoy this dish with a topping of apple jam and maple syrup with a delicious hot cup of tea.
10. Siddu
Sidu is one of the most loved local dishes of Manali. It is prepared by kneading wheat flour with yeast and resting it for rising well. It is stuffed with mutton and can be enjoyed alone. The stuffing is loaded into the dough and then steamed. This cuisine is loved by most non-vegetarians.
Conclusion
These are the famous and delicious dishes of Manali. You can try these awesome dishes when you visit this beautiful place with scenic views. These dishes can be enjoyed alone or with your family members and friends.
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