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Amritsar: a delicious cauldron of flavours

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Travel Tips For Amritsar

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Amritsar, situated in northern India, is the city for foodies. Local and foreign visitors come here to experience the uniqueness and rich flavours of food. The recipes prepared here club age-old techniques and ingredients for flavours never-ever tasted before. A simple recipe with mild-alternation in its preparation and condiments creates something magical here. And that is exactly what genuine foodies are looking for. With no compromise on the quality of ingredients, the food here is prepared with utmost precision, love and dedication. That is what truly reflects in the plateful loaded with flavours and aromas. So, I am sharing with you a few places where you can enjoy authentic Amritsari cuisine. Next time you plan a visit to northern  India, plan your itinerary to Amritsar, which is a perfect and delicious cauldron of varied flavours.

Guru ka Langar 

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One of the most popular tourist spots in Amritsar is the Golden Temple, where you will find one of the largest community kitchens run solely by the volunteers. Its simple, tasty and highly nutritious food is served daily to lakhs of devotees. Once here, do not miss Kara Prasad. It is a holy offering prepared with semolina, sugar and clarified butter. It tastes super awesome and is also prepared with utmost devotion towards devotees

Guru ka Langar, Golden Temple, Amritsar
Guru ka Langar, Golden Temple, Amritsar
Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Punjab 143006, India

Kesar da Dhaba

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Tucked away in a narrow alley, the restaurant offers authentic Punjabi cuisine. This pure vegetarian restaurant attracts locals as well as foreign tourists who wish to learn more about the popularity of the restaurant and its flavours. While looking for the restaurant, ask locals to guide you as there are never-ending intertwining alleys that might leave you confused. It is recommended that you reserve a table ahead, as most often you will find a long queue outside the restaurant. Popular recipes that you can try here include aloo kulcha, makhani dal (made of lentils), chole (chickpeas), firni (rice pudding) and lassi

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© Facebook/ kesardadhaba

All meals carry some amount of clarified butter, so go easy on your food intake. The popular makhani dal combines black grams and red kidney beans and is highly recommended. It takes nearly 12 hours to prepare this special dal here, so definitely give it a try! Established in 1916, this restaurant is a must-visit for foodies

Kesar da Dhaba, Amritsar
Kesar da Dhaba, Amritsar
Chowk Passian, near Telephone Exchange, Shastri Market, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Punjab 143001, India

Kulcha Land

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Amritsar is synonymous with Kulchas (stuffed Indian bread). Different types of kulchas baked in a tandoor – a typical Indian earthen oven, are quite sought after. The crispy kulchas are yummy, served along with butter and buttermilk. Another popular place amongst foodies to satisfy their food cravings. Served piping hot with chickpeas and salad, give these kulchas a try! You will definitely love them!

Kulcha Land, Amritsar
Kulcha Land, Amritsar
Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar, Punjab, India

Conclusion

India is not just a country. It is a melange of emotions, experiences and diverse flavours. And Amritsar is blessed with best of them all. So, plan your visit to Amristar to best savour its culture and yummy delicacies. Visit Amritsar with your loved ones or solo to experience a delicious cauldron of flavours. Not just that, the warm hospitality here must be experienced too! 

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Kirti Arora

Kirti Arora

Hello travelers, I am Kirti from New Delhi, India. My heart and soul are truly Indian, and I love exploring different terrains, adventures, cultures, cuisines and beauty of this beautiful Asian country. Welcome to my travel escapades. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

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