Must-Try Street Foods in Varanasi

Eating in Varanasi is a religious experience in itself. The city's street food is a complex blend of spicy, sweet, and savory that has evolved over thousands of years. Here is your checklist of must-try delicacies.

1. Tamatar Chaat (The Signature Dish)

Varanasi's unique take on chaat involves a rich, spicy tomato base mixed with mashed potatoes, served in a handmade clay bowl (kulhad). It's topped with crunchy sev and a hint of lemon.

2. Baati Chokha

A rustic staple of Eastern UP. Small, roasted wheat balls (Baati) served with a smoky mash of eggplant, tomatoes, and potatoes (Chokha). It's best enjoyed with a generous dollop of desi ghee.

3. Malaiyo (Winter Special)

If you visit between November and February, you must try Malaiyo. It's a frothy, light-as-air milk dessert flavored with saffron and topped with pistachios. It can only be made using the morning dew—truly a celestial treat!

4. The Blue Lassi

Located near Manikarnika Ghat, this world-famous shop serves over 50 flavors of thick, hand-churned lassi served in clay pots. From pomegranate to chocolate-banana, it's a refreshing stop in the middle of a heritage walk.

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