Indore is the foodie’s hub! It has everything- from luxurious, fine dining restaurants to lip smacking street food. We’ve got the ever so famous “56 dukan” (yes, a street that has 56 shops, dedicated solely to FOOD) Lal balti kachori, Gurudware ke peeche wala Dal-pakwan. Kebabs, tikkas and fried chicken from the streets of Bombay Bazar. Kapoor’s Fish, Nafees ki Biryani, jail road ki sabudana khichdi /wada (already salivating? :p ) Not to forget our staple- “Poha Jalebi” Jeeravan & sev ” :-D

So if you are new to Indore, a hardcore non-vegetarian or simply bored of the regular food. Here are the 5 BEST non-veg delicacies from Indore, you definitely need to try:

1. Biryan-E-Nafees

Ask anybody in Indore about where you can get the best biryani and the answer will be “Nafees Restaurant”. Cooked with either mutton or chicken, (its rich taste will transport you to the era of the nawabs ) laced with the most aromatic spices, layered with long, flavorful & soft rice, topped with caramelized onions and coriander leaves. Which means bags and bags of rich, succulent flavours packed into this one scrumptious dish. The aroma is enough to keep you hooked, till you dig in ;-)

2. Mutton Ka Panja

Minced mutton + indian spices *masaleydar* + Rich spicy tomato gravy = MUTTON KA PANJA! The first bite will simply make you go mmmm…. and leave you craving for more . We bet you have never tasted something as unique and delicious as this. Don’t just drool, go try it!

3. Keema-Pav

A modified/fusion version of the Spanish meatball burger which is authentically served with barbecue sauce. Keema-Pav at Paratha On Wheels Cafe is traditional Qeema masala, served in Burger style with aioli sauce and a sunny side up :-) You don’t need an occasion to try this little snack combo. You may have tried several Qeema-Pav dishes, but You’ll instantly become a fan of this one!

4. Kebab Chaap

Imagine hot kebabas melting in your mouth? Just the thought of this tasty preparation will give you a foodgasm and this is something that will perk up your appetite instantly. Let the hot-juicy taste of Kebab Chaap give you the kick, you so badly crave. Available in the lanes of Jairampur colony. Qeema stuffed in mash potato tikkis and shallow fried on this huge pan, served with spicy gravy. Go ahead, enjoy it. Thank me later!!’ And don’t forget to lick your fingers in the end :-p :-D

5. Sufiyani Fish Tikka

The fish is fresh and crisp on the outside, a very subtle and light flavouring of the marinade and tender fish pieces on the inside. A light sprinkle of chat masala and a generous dash of lemon juice. And wow! <3 You’ll keep going back for more ;-)

If you feel you can add to the list, let me know in the Comments section. ^_^

Tell next time, Keep exploring, Keep Hogging 8-)