Haryana is a state of India in the northern side. If we talk about the food of North India, then we can rightly say that is is more towards the spicy side and full of flavors. The diet of Haryanvi people includes more of vegetarian dishes and a lot of milk and ghee. It is also known as the land of Rotis. The people of Haryana generally make ghee and butter at home and the taste is very authentic and fresh. So, if you wish to taste the cuisine of Haryana and you are a little confused that where you want to start, then here is a list of 5 best foods of Haryana that will leave you wanting more.
Mixed Dal
If you look for something healthy as well as something to relish, then Haryana’s mixed dal is the perfect side for your rotis and rice. It has chana, too, masoor and moong dal mixed together along with spices. It is cooked with ghee and the texture and flavor is enhanced by this touch of home-made ghee. It is generally thick in consistency and rich in flavor and protein.
Singri Ki Sabzi
A dried desert bean found in Haryana popularly known as Sengri or Kair sangri is a famous food ingredient in this state. It’s a day-long process to make this bean. You need to soak it for the entire night, then boil it in salty water. Then you mix it with a good amount of spices, especially amchur(Mango powder).
Hara Dhania Choliya
This is another authentic dish of Haryana mixed with like onion, carrots, and spices. It is served with rotis or rice. Hara Choliya means green chickpea which is widely available in the North of India. It not only has mixed of spices but also a mix of other vegetables making it even tastier. You will find it anywhere in Haryana.
Meethe Chawal
Ghee is the special ingredient in all their foods. Another food that has ghee in it is Meethe Chawal. It is made up of rice, ghee, and sugar. It also has a touch of cardamom and saffron to it. As Basmati rice is what you find in abundance in Haryana, they use it to make Meethe Chawal.
Dahi Vada
Next on our list would be a cooler, to curb the spiciness of the food we just listed above. Though it is famous in entire North India, Haryana has its own unique way of making this dish. The vadas are fried and dipped in yogurt. Then chutneys and powdered spices are poured over it and it is served cool. So, it does work as a dessert with a touch of spice.
These were some of the best Haryanvi foods that are absolutely drool-worthy. You should try it once and relish your tastebuds.