Pushkar, a rural town suspended in time, located just 150 km southwest of Jaipur, known for its traditional grandeur & famous pilgrimage sites, makes for a perfect getaway destination for winters. Needless to say, this temple town is a haven for vegetarian foodies. You may discover street food vendors and small eateries preparing delectable vegetarian snacks and street cuisine in practically every nook and cranny of Pushkar.
As soon as the sun rises, these stalls are all set up and ready to go, providing piping-hot snacks freshly made in front of your very eyes. To make your life a little easier, we have compiled a list of the best street food items for you to sample during your year-end trip to Pushkar. Look them up!
1. Daal Baati Churma
A go-to favourite of every single resident of Pushkar, Dal Baati Churma, is quite a popular dish in all of Rajasthan. This delicacy, which is deep-fried in ghee and served with dal, tastes delicious and makes for a perfect snacking item to go with the chilly weather.
Best Place To Eat Dal Baati Churma In Pushkar: Shree Karni Maa Restaurant and The Aroma Hotel
2. Laffa & Falafel
You might find it hard to believe, but Pushkar has a decent assortment of notoriously famous Lebanese cuisine. Falafel is one of the most well-liked foods offered at numerous food stands here.
Best Place To Eat Laffa & Falafel In Pushkar: Ganga Restaurant and Pawan Restaurant
3. Rabri Malpua
Pushkar is also referred to as 'The City of Malpua.' These whole-in-the-wall malpua eateries can be found in every winding alleyway of the city. In Pushkar, there is a lane designated explicitly for selling sweets called Halwai Gali, also known as the street of sweet vendors. This dish, which has a rich flavour, is frequently consumed as a snack or after a meal.
Best Place To Eat Rabri Malpua In Pushkar: Sarvadia Misthan Bhandar, and The Radhey Ji Restaurant
4. Kachori
People here in Rajasthan love their crispy kachoris. And that's why; you can spot street vendors selling these piping-hot, deep-fried & savoury snacks practically everywhere in Pushkar. A kachori is best consumed with a sweet or slightly spiced sauce and a hot cup of tea after being served hot.
Best Place To Eat Kachoris In Pushkar: Shri Pushkar Raj Shahi Kachori Samosa Bhandar, Ugma Ji Shop (kachoris with mango chutney are a must-try here!)
5. Mirchi Pakoda
Pushkar is the place to go if you want to sample authentic Rajasthani cuisine at its best. From fiery Mirchi Pakodas to mildly-spiced Gatta Masala to the winter special Kadi Pakoda with Bajra and Makke ki Roti, and a glass of lassi to wash it all down - you can enjoy it all here at a fraction of a price.
Best Place To Eat Mirchi Pakoda In Pushkar: Mohan Ji Bhujia Wale, Shree Karani Maa Restaurant
6. Syrupy Jalebis
You can’t leave Pushkar without sinking your teeth into some sweet & syrupy Jalebis. This dessert is best enjoyed warm and makes for a delicious teatime treat. There are numerous food carts and shops in Pushkar that sell hot, ghee-drenched Jalebis, close to the main market. Especially, if you have a sweet tooth for all things syrupy, we bet you’re in a treat here!
Best Place To Eat Jalebis In Pushkar: Main Market
7. Samosa
In Rajasthan and all of India, Samosa is a beloved street food snack. It's more like a king of all the street foods.
The best thing about a samosa is that you may have it as a snack or breakfast. A samosa looks quite similar to deep-fried kachoris but with a potato filling instead.
Best Place To Eat Samosa In Pushkar: Shri Pushkar Raj Shahi Kachori Samosa Bhandar
8. Poha With Mathri & Dal
Poha with Mathi & Dal is one of the local favourites in Pushkar. It’s a fusion recipe of Dal Pakwan and Poha. The soft and fluffy texture of the Poha and the crispiness of the Mathri blend in the mouth flawlessly. The crunchy toppings like fried peanuts and sev add a fiery taste to this criminally delicious street delicacy. The shop opens at six in the morning, and everything gets sold by noon - That's how popular it is!
Best Place To Eat Poha In Pushkar: Pushkar Breakfast Corner
9. Stuffed Parathas
In Pushkar and all of North India, one of the most popular food items on the menu is the fluffy stuffed parathas. It's a perfect food item to go with your morning cup of tea or you can have it even at lunch. It tastes the finest when paired with a sour pickle.
Best Place To Eat Parathas In Pushkar: Lala Ji Paratha Wala
10. Gulkand Lassi
Your trip to Pushkar can never be complete without savouring a glass of creamy Gulkand Lassi. The thick texture and irresistibly divine taste of lassi at Kumawat Lassi Cart are sprinkled with Rabri and Gulkand (a blend of rose petals, sugar and spices ) on top - which makes it taste marvellous.
Best Place To Have Lassi In Pushkar: Kumawat Lassi Cart
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