Top 10 Indori Snacks you’ll Definitely need to Chase Away the Icy Chills this Winter.
We Indoris are famous for believing that anything can be cured with the flavors of food. Be it rainy days or heartbreaks, be it the harsh sun or just a random outing with friends for fun. Be it the beauty of a clear sky or winning a deal that was too difficult to even try. We have food for every single day and mood. Now, We are pretty sure that each and every Indori is well versed with the Malwa Chills of Winter season. In the months starting from November to mid of February, we experience the kind of winters that freezes the brains and spirits of the people. So to unfreeze ourselves, here is a list of top ten Indori food specialties that will help you chase away the chills, served hot enough to burn your mouths in a good way!
1. Jaleba | Location: Sarafa
No, that’s not a spelling error, you read it right, a Jaleba. Indore’s most famous sweet dish, exclusive to the street food market of Sarafa, Jaleba is an extra-large Jalebi, made and served with love. It’s a fact that Indori’s love jalebi and just to justify our love, we created this large version of jalebi, a Jaleba, just when the sweet and small jalebis were getting insufficient to fulfill our cravings. You wouldn’t have experienced true Indori winters if you haven’t had a Jaleba to keep you warm.
2. Kadhaav ka Doodh | Location: Lakshmi Narayan Doodh Bhandaar, Chhawani
If you are a milk fan, you would absolutely love the Kadhaav Doodh of this place. An Indori specialty, this milk would be a saving grace in extreme winters, served super-hot. The rich milk served with dry fruits would leave you craving for more.
3. Moong Ke Bhajiye | Location: LIG
The mouthwatering taste of hot Moong Bhajiye served with spicy green chutney and fried chilies are one of the most sought after snacks, suitable for every time, place or occasion. Although you can find this snack all over the city, the vendor at LIG sells it the best.
4. Bhutte Ka Kees | Location: Sarafa
Another Sarafa specialty, Bhutte ki kees is cooked out of precisely mashed corn and sprinkled with fresh coriander leaves. The taste and the lightness of the dish shall forever keep you wanting for more. You should definitely try it if you haven’t already.
5. Imarti | Location: Suresh Namkeen, Malwa Mill
Hot and sweet, Imarti oftentimes is referred to as Jalebi’s sister dish. With an uncanny resemblance to it, Imarti differs in color and the complexity of design as compared to a jalebi. Suresh Namkeen serves Imarti the best, with a finger-licking good syrupy sweetness that you would love in winters.
6. Khopra Petis | Location: Vijay Chaat House, Chappan
These deep-fried coconut filled balls of mashed potatoes is a snack that you cannot resist, especially with the bud-tickling chutneys they serve it with. Khopra Petis is a dish that has single-handedly made VCH the sensation that it is today. You should eat it hot and just out of the pan for the amazing mouth burn you crave in winters.
7. Garadu | Location: Apna Sweets, Anand Bazaar
This delicacy made with fried sweet potatoes is a favorite amongst people in winters, served fresh out of the pan. Although there are numerous places where this dish is served, Apna Sweets, as well as Sarafa, are the best place for you to try them out.
8. Malpua | Location: Madhuram Sweets
It’s a soft, fluffy and yet crisp delicacy, similar to pancakes. A Malpua is coated with sugar syrup and served with Rabri or thickened sweet milk for a rich experience. Fried hot, this sweet dish has a savory flavor you can’t say no to, especially in winters. Served by a lot of sweet stores, Malpua is exceptionally delicious in Madhuram sweets.
9. Gajak | Location: Sheetal Gajak, Chhawani
A healthy combination of Jaggery and sesame seeds, Gajak is made out of sheer dedication and hard work required for achieving a taste perfected by few. Sheetal Gajak has become an international brand for making the most amazing Gajaks known to man. Gajak, although it is a yearly dish, still it’s most preferred to be enjoyed in the winters.
10. Moong ka Halwa | Location: Sarafa
Yet another Sarafa special, Moong ka Halwa is made from moong lentils in pure ghee, served hot for maximum flavorful taste. A winter specialty, Sarafa vendors have mastered the art of making this delicacy over the years.
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Article By: Umme Salma Saifee
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