Both Shimla and Manali are the popular hill stations of Himachal Pradesh. Every year, numerous tourists from across the world visit these two picturesque destinations to enjoy scenic views of mountains, fresh air and adventure activities, as well as flavourful food and beverages to satisfy their hunger pangs.
With Shimla Manali Tour Package from Delhi, you can witness the beauty of both Shimla and Manali on one trip. Apart from visiting the top tourist spots in Shimla and Manali, this tour package also offers you the opportunity to try a variety of mouth-watering foods of both these regions. So, when you visit these destinations, don’t miss out on the following delicious meals that locals offer you.
- Siddu
This is a famous bread dish prepared in Shimla. It is made from kneaded wheat with yeast. It contains stuffing of mashed boiled peas, walnuts, roasted peanuts and paneer (cottage cheese). It is often served with ghee, dal and green chutney.
- Thukpa
Another tasty dish to try in Shimla and Manali is Thukpa, which is a noodle soup that’s originated in the Tibetan region. Thukpa is prepared with both non-vegetarian and vegetarian ingredients. It includes different fresh vegetables like onions, string beans, tomato, chopped cabbage, spring onions and carrots, along with noodles without or with chicken and meat.
- Babru
It is a popular Himachali version of kachoris. This dish is made from soaked and ground black daal paste stuffed into kneaded dough patties. The prepared patties are then deep-fried and often served with green or tamarind chutney.
- Chha Gosht
Another popular Himachali delicacy to try is Chha Gosht, which is made from seasoned lamb meat. It is made from a sauce of yoghurt, gram flour and Indian spices like red chilli powder, cardamom, bay fallen leaves, coriander powder, ginger-garlic paste and asafoetida.
- Patande
If you cannot resist tasty sweet dishes, you need to try patande in Himachal. This dish is not just tasty but also perfect to kill your hunger pangs in the best way possible.
This is h a Himachali variety of crepes. It is made from wheat flour, milk and sugar. It is served in the morning and often found in the region of Manali. So, when in Manali, don’t forget to try this unique Himachali dish.
- Chicken Anardana
For those who like chicken, Chicken Anardana is a perfect dish to try in Shimla. It is a deceptive chicken recipe, as it is spicy and tangy due to the presence of anardana (dry pomegranate seeds) in it.
- Bombay Bhelpuri
Don’t be confused by its name. This spicy and sour bhelpuri from Mumbai is also available in Manali. This is an exquisite combination of fried rice, potatoes, onions, tangy tamarind sauce, chickpeas and more. This sour and sweet delicacy is hard to miss out on. If you taste it for the first time, we’re sure you won’t be able to forget it that easily.
- Samosas
The popular Indian snack Samosa is also a favourite of people in Shimla and Manali. The reason is that it’s a perfect dish to enjoy in cold weather of both these hill stations. You can easily find samosa or channa samosa in any corner of Shimla and Manali. It is often served with tamarind chutney or green pudina (mint) chutney.
- Khatta
This Himachali delicacy is sour and often served in Himachali Dham. It is made from pumpkin, crisp fried balls called boondi and dry mango powder. This recipe is only found in Himachal; however, it’s not commonly available in Shimla. But you can surely find it in Manali.
- Trout
Trout is one of the most unique and best delicacies found in Manali and Kullu. This dish is prepared from fish found in this region. It is further marinated in spices and slow-cooked for a tasty effect. This dish is known to be good for your health, unlike other street foods available in the market. Moreover, this dish is even low in calories.
So, these are some popular dishes found in the famous hill stations of Himachal Pradesh. Apart from natural beauty, Shimla and Manali are also known for serving unique and palatable dishes. Some of these dishes are only available in these regions. So, you must not miss a chance to try the aforementioned recipes when you visit here for holiday with family or friends. If you have already tried any of these dishes in Himachal, do share your experience with us in the comments below.
