These 10 Lahori food items will make your Sunday delicious
Lahore is a focal point of some of the most delicious desi food items you can think of.
By Nooria Ali
Lahore, Lahore Ay! The quote stands justified once you have experienced all those tasty and very desi dishes Lahore has to offer.
Lahore is not just the heart of Punjab but also a focal point of some of the most delicious desi food items. Lahoris are known for their hospitality and so it should not come as a surprise when according to local tradition, you can win the hearts of people through delicious food. ‘Lahore ki shaan, mazedar pakwan’, is just as well another way to put it.
So here’s a look at some of the amazing things Lahore has to offer for your weekend.
Phajjay kay Paye
Paye is one of Lahore’s favourite breakfasts. Additionally, Phajjay kay Paye located near Taxali Gate, is a house of taste itself. Paye are served with oven fresh Naan or Kulcha.
So, if you are planning to have a full desi and enjoyable breakfast this weekend, then do not forget to place Phajjay kay Paye in your list.
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Lahore’s famous Phajjay kay Paye. Photo: Tossdown
Amritsari Hareesa
Amritsari Hareesa located at Nisbat Road close to Laxami Chowk is the finest Hareesa you will ever eat in Lahore. While this is something that can be had for breakfast or lunch, it is so popular locally that it is better to head out early in the day since it usually ends before dinner.
Nisbat Road’s Amritsari Hareesa. Photo: Facebook
Sadiq Halwa Puri
Sadiq Halwa Puri, located at Gawalmandi, is one of the best halwa puri one can have in Lahore. Special Ata Puri and Meetha Pura are also served as well.
Its specialty is that everything is made in pure Desi Ghee. So, on your Sundays if you are not having this finger licking halwa puri ka nashta, then you don’t have the license to call yourself a true Lahori.
Fiqay ki Lassi
And how can one forget lassi in their Lahori naashta?
Fiqay ki Lassi located at Gawalmandi is the best lassi you can enjoy in Lahore. It is famous for its delicious Perry vali Lassi and is a must try. While both sweet and saltis lassis are available, traditionally sweet lassis are consumed in breakfasts.
Gawalmandi’s Fiqay ki Lassi. Photo: Facebook
Muhammadi Nihari and Sheermal
Muhammadi Nihari located at Mozang offers one of the most favourite dishes of Lahore. Much like Hareesa, Nihari is something one can have for breakfast or lunch. Its thick gravy cooked with mutton or beef, garnished with green chilies, coriander, ginger, and lemon is served with Sheermal, Roti or Naan.
After this much mouth-watering description, you better head out to Mozang!
Lahore’s popular Muhammadi Nihari. Photo: Tossdown
Tooba kay Chanay and Kulcha
Lahore is known as ‘Khaabon ka shehar’!
Lahoris are fond of eating and the most significant breakfast here includes Naan Chanay. Tooba kay Chanay located at Laxami Chowk is famous for Murgh Chaney, Kulcha and Kashmiri Roti. To experience impeccable breakfast, go to Tooba Chanay with your family and enjoy a real Lahori taste.
Butt Karahi
Lahori Butt Chicken Karahi is the yummiest traditional Punjabi karahi your taste buds will ever experience. Located at Laxmi Chowk, it’s one of the must-go karahi spots in town. The karahi, which is known for being cooked in butter, is served with fresh Tandoori naan sprinkled with sesame seeds.
Laxmi Chowk’s Butt Karahi. Photo: Facebook
Lahori Chargha
Marinated with special masalas – this rich in flavor and juicy chatkharaydaar dish is bound to make your weekend special. Gawalmandi’s food street is considered as the best places to head out to if you are looking to have chargha. It is served with naan, paratha or puri.
Lahori Chargha. Photo: Tossdown
Katlama
Katlama, also known as poor man’s pizza, is one of the most popular street-foods of Lahore. A large orange-coloured roti topped with various masalas and lentils attract food lovers across the city.
Katlama, one of the most popular street-foods of Lahore. Photo: Facebook
Yousaf Falooda
And your weekend must not end without a dessert.
Yousaf Falooda located at Old Anarkali has made its place among one of the yummiest dessert places of Lahore. The falooda is made with Rabbri and Kulfi, which sets it apart from all other desserts.
Yousaf Falooda of Old Anarkali. Photo: Tossdown
Have a Tasty Weekend!
