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Every foodie knows the satisfaction of trying out local cuisine when visiting a new city. But there’s a downfall of having a lot of information on the internet. While you can get a list of regional delicacies and food spots to try, nobody can comment on the flavour, hygiene, and authenticity of the place.
For a fool-proof list of famous foods of Moradabad, you can refer to this article. If you are visiting Moradabad anytime soon, don’t think that it is just famous for its brassware. Apart from the industries, there is a vibrant food culture that has shaped the cuisine of Uttar Pradesh. So, what are you waiting for? Read on and get on an unforgettable journey of eating the city’s famous dishes with Slurrp’s recommended places.
Kebab
Whenever you think about Uttar Pradesh, the most famous dish definitely has to be kebabs. Moradabad offers a range of kebabs like seekh kebabs and shammi kebabs. Made with minced meat marinated in a mixture of dahi and a blend of spices, the kebabs are then grilled over an open flame. The smoky flavour of the kebabs can be perfectly paired with a chutney of your choice.
Restaurant Recommendations: Gulshan E Karim, Gandhi Nagar, Moradabad
Type: Non-vegetarian
Budget for two: Rs 200-400
Moradabadi Biryani
The Indian biryanis often stand out and are the star of any elaborate spread. But Moradabadi biryani is a little different from Lucknavi or Hyderabadi biryani. The biryani made in Moradabad is usually lighter and features layers of rice and marinated meat, which is slow-cooked with a lot of spices. You can pair the famous kebabs with Moradabadi biryani for a wholesome meal.
Restaurant Recommendations: MGR Maheshwari Garden Restaurant, Buddhi Vihar Phase 2, Moradabad
Type: Non-vegetarian
Budget for two: Rs 500
Multani Chole Chawal
A popular street food option in Moradab, Multani chole chawal is a hearty and flavorful combination of spicy chole (chickpeas) and rice. The dish is made by layering freshly cooked rice with slow-cooked chole in a tomato-based gravy with spices like turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin seeds, red chilli powder, etc. Garnished with chopped onion and coriander leaves, it is a finger-licking dish that you cannot miss.
Restaurant Recommendations: Multani Chhole Chawal Centre, Civil Lines, Moradabad
Type: Vegetarian
Budget for Two: Rs 400
Mutton Korma
Mutton Korma is a culinary treasure that depicts the Mughal influence in the local kitchens of Uttar Pradesh. The meaty dish is known for its creamy texture and slow-cooked mutton pieces in rich tomato and onion-based gravy. Often garnished with desi ghee and coriander leaves, mutton korma can be enjoyed with naan, roti, or even rice.
Restaurant Recommendations: Shama Kareem, Gandhi Nagar, Moradabad
Type: Non-vegetarian
Budget for Two: Rs 450
Dal Jalebi
Offering a unique twist to the traditional Gujarati sweet jalebi, the dessert made in the streets of Moradabad is called dal jalebi. Instead of making jalebi with the usual flour, dal jalebi is typically made with lentil flours like urad dal or moong dal. The rest of the process of deep-frying and soaking in sugar syrup is just like the traditional Indian dessert.
Restaurant Recommendations: Prem Sweets And Bakers, Ram Ganga Vihar, Moradabad
Type: Vegetarian
Budget for Two: Rs 200
Paan
Paan is more than just a mouth freshener in Moradabad. In the city, as well as the local markets, serving paan is more of a cultural experience that reflects Moradabad’s rich heritage. While paan is usually made with a betel leaf filled with a variety of mixtures like saunf, dry fruits, rose petals, areca nut, etc., it is now available in many flavours like chocolate, mint, nuts, and much more.
Restaurant Recommendations: Mast Banarasi Paan, Lajpat Nagar, Moradabad
Type: Vegetarian
Budget for Two: Rs 100
