food of lahore

Lahore is a city of live hearted people, always finding an occasion for enjoyment, entertainment and food feast. The traditional food of Lahore is found in the walled city of Lahore, while the Western and Chinese cuisines are generally found in the posh localities of Lahore Cantonment, Gulberg, Shadman and Shahjamal. However, recently, a noval idea of establishing Food Street outside the walled city for the easy excess to locals and tourists has gained much popularity.

Gawal Mandi boasts of an excellent variety of non-vegetraians food including Kababs of 103 kinds and fish of 77 types in Lahore. The tradition food which are available in Lahore are HAREESA, CHICKEN KABAB, BIRYANI, SEEKH KABAB, TAKA TAK, CHURGAH, QAWAH, SUBZ CHAI (GREEN TEA), LASSI, NAHARI, SOMOSA, KATLAMA, BARAF KA GOLA, MURGH CHANAY, SARDAR DI MACHI, KHEER, FRUIT CHAAT, DHAI BHALLEY AND PAAN.

Now the famous "Phajjay Kay Paye" (joints of goat) originated from old Lahore are available here beside Doctor Nihari, Sardar's fried fish, pathooray, katlamma and much more. For the the sweet tooh, a variety of sweet dishes are available like Jalaibees, Firni, Kheer and others. Also the sizzling smoke of BBQ food being prepared in abdunance is there round the clock.

Lahorei bring their outstation guests to these streets to show their hospitality. They order kilos of various varities of cooked meat, chicken, fish and other food itmes. After the food a glass of iced lassi made of yogurt, water, sugar and "pairay" a sweet made of thickened milk and sugar, served in a large aluminum glasses adds to the everlasting taste. Those who are good at it, prefer to drink it in one breath, called "Deek" in local punjabi language.

By the way there is a "Paan" also available there. It has many substances wraapped in the beetle leaf and one do not forget it before leaving the food streets. There is a traditional break fast of "halwa and Poori" served with lassi , Nihari and Hareesa. These dishes are difficult to digest too since these are very rich in oil and pappers, so one should be careful, just in case.

Traditional Foods Of Lahore

Soup corner

For a healthy diet it is important to include some home made soups in our everyday meals. Home made soups are good for a health, prevents us from coughing and fever. Such soups are packed with the goodness of fresh ingredients and are very low in fat. Soups are easy to make and added bonus is the variety of fresh fruits and vegetables available all year.
There are many kinds of soups that suit different occasions at various times. Light soups can be served as a starter to a meal. And hot and spicy soups taste great on a cold or a rainy day.
The nutrition value of soup varies, depending upon the ingredients used. Thin or plain soups are lower in nutritive content as compared to thick soup. A bowl of spinach soup provides one third of an adults daily iron requirements.
Soup can be classified as protein rich food and vitamin and mineral rich soups. To thicken soup in a tasty way, try using tomato paste and plenty of vegetables. As the mixture cooks the vegetables swell and thicken the soup.
Another creative thing that can make unassuming soup looks attractive the way it is served. We can sprinkles carrots curls or fresh coriander leaves which make soup more delicious.


Fruit facts
Pomegranate like other fruits is an excellent source of minerals and nutrients. Recipes of pomegranate are rich in minerals like magnesium and potassium. Magnesium activates 100 enzymes in our body and help muscles and nervous systems. It has been discovered that pomegranate contains unique fatty acid called punicic acid, believed to give the fruit its healing power. And help to prevent from cancer.