Eat Like A Local- Heartiest Himachal Pradesh

Himachal pradesh is best known for its snow-clad mountains, the freshness in the air, the exuberating green valleys, and calmness in the environment. The place never fails to surprise its loyal travellers and its scrumptious food is one of its specialties. From the authentic restaurants and cafes to the local road vendors, the Himachali folks will pour their heart out in their cuisines.

Here are some delicious delicacies that this state offers to its curious travellers.

• Mittha

Mittha is a traditional sweet dish of Himachali people and is prepared on special occasions. This dish is made with sweetened rice and is mixed with dry fruits and raisins.

• Aktori

Aktori is considered a festival delight and is very much savoured by its people. The dish looks like pancake or cake but is made up of buckwheat leaves which is later cooked with wheat flour. Aktoris origin was in a valley named spiti but is fondly loved and eaten all over himachal pradesh.

• Tudkiya Bhath

This tudkiya bhath is an authentic dish of himachali people and they cook this dish in their own style. What is so unique about this dish? Well this mouthwatering dish is cooked with indian spices and adds up extra lentils, yoghurt and potatoes along with tomatoes, garlic, onion, cardamom and cinnamon which provides an absolute delightful taste that will make you want it more and more. Tudkiya Bhath is best complemented with mashed dal and lemon juice.

• Bhey or Spicy Lotus stems

Another popular dish of himachal pradesh that is fondly eaten by the local himachali people is Bhey. This dish is made with the lotus stems and is cooked with onions, ginger-garlic, and gram flour which taste heavenly and is unique in its own way.

Over To You
If you are in Himachal Pradesh or planning a trip, don’t forget to eat like a local. Do try these mouth-watering masterpieces there and cherish your trip with your loved ones.