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If you’re visiting Haridwar for Shivratri or planning to go there sometime soon, don’t miss out on the hearty local delicacies. Haridwar is one of the few towns where you’ll get a taste of some of the best North Indian street foods along with some of the cult delicacies of Uttarakhand. Mawa kachori and patte wali kachori chaat for instance are two kachori-based snacks which are widely popular in the holy city.
The area near Har Ki Pauri is smattered with small and mid-sized eateries and street food shops which offer some amazing breakfast items and snacks, be it creamy rabdi and an indulgent lassi or something filling like aloo paratha and chhole bhature. Let’s have a look at some of the most famous foods of Haridwar.
Aloo Puri
A quintessential breakfast dish, Haridwar’s Aloo Puri is rather famous with travellers, especially the ones found near the Har Ki Pauri ghat. A satisfying combination of fluffy golden-fried puris served with spicy potato curry is a big hit during the breakfast rush. The puris are typically crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfectly complementing the tangy and savoury potato curry. This dish is often enjoyed with a side of tangy tamarind chutney and a refreshing glass of lassi, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal to kickstart your day.
Recommendation: Mohan Ji Puri Wale
Type: Vegetarian
Price: Rs 50-150
Chole Bhature
Chole Bhature is a popular street food not only in Haridwar but across North India. It consists of fluffy deep-fried bread paired with spicy and tangy chickpea curry. The chole is cooked to perfection with a blend of aromatic spices, and when coupled with the soft and fluffy bhature; this number is also a crowd-pleaser during the breakfast rush. Served with a side of sliced onions, green chilies, and pickles, this dish is a favourite among locals and tourists alike.
Recommendation: Mohan’s Sweets & Snacks
Type: Vegetarian
Price: Rs 50-100
Patte Wali Kachori
This crumbled kachori delicacy is the best thing you can have in Haridwar. Kachori is typically deep-fried and filled with a spicy mixture of lentils, spices, and herbs. The outer layer is crispy and golden brown, while the filling is savoury and aromatic, creating a burst of flavour with every bite. It’s crumbled on a plate and topped with tangy tamarind chutney and spicy green chutney, and a generous portion of hot chhole masala. Also known as patte wali chaat, this kachori is often served in green leaves, topped with chillies.
Recommendation: Jain Chaat Bhandar
Type: Vegetarian
Price: Rs 30-75
Jalebi
No visit to Haridwar is complete without indulging in the heavenly sweetness of Jalebi. These spiral-shaped, deep-fried sweet treats are made by swirling batter in hot oil and then soaking them in sugar syrup, resulting in a crispy exterior and a syrupy interior. The aroma of saffron and cardamom infused in the syrup enhances the flavour of this traditional dessert. Served hot and crispy, Haridwar’s Jalebi is a must-try delicacy.
Recommendation: Shiv Jalebi Bhandar
Type: Vegetarian
Price: Rs 40-80 (per kg)
Malai Lassi
While a typical Lassi is a blend of yoghurt, water, and spices, churned to perfection until frothy, Haridwar is popular for malai lassi. In Haridwar, Lassi is not just a drink, it's a cultural experience. Served in kulhad, Lassi comes in various flavours, including plain, sweet, salty, and fruity and topped with a heavy layer of malai. The creamy texture and cooling effect of Malai Lassi make it an ideal companion to spicy street foods, offering a balance of flavours.
Recommendation: Prakash Lok Lassi
Type: Vegetarian
Price: Rs 30-75
Peda
Peda is also quite popular in Haridwar; the sweet is made from condensed milk, sugar, and flavored with cardamom, saffron, and nuts. In Haridwar, Pedas are crafted with utmost care and precision, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich, creamy taste. These bite-sized sweets are often offered as prasas in temples and are also popular as gifts during festivals and special occasions. Whether enjoyed as a sweet treat or as part of a religious ritual, Pedas hold a special place in Haridwar.
Recommendation: Mohan’s Sweets & Snacks
Type: Vegetarian
Price: Rs 30-60 (per kg)
Gulab Jamun And Rabri
One of the most famous street sweets in Haridwar is the pairing of rabri and gulab jamun. Rabri is a decadent dessert made by simmering milk for hours until it thickens and reduces to a creamy consistency. Sweetened with sugar and flavoured with cardamom, saffron, and nuts, Rabri is a rich, creamy delicacy. Haridwar, Rabri is often served chilled, garnished with slivered almonds and pistachios. But it’s more popular when served with gulab jamun; hot gulab jamun is split into two pieces and is topped with chilled rabri and the contrast in temperature enhances its mouthfeel.
Recommendation: Haridwar Foods
Type: Vegetarian
Price: Rs 30-75
