Why Is Street Food So Popular in Pakistan?
Pakistan’s street food scene is a lip smacking journey that brings out various dishes with their rich culinary traditions.
Here’s a rundown on some of the best Pakistani street food snacks.
SAMOSA
These are small triangular pastries made from dough and filled with ingredients such as spiced potatoes, peas, lentils or minced meat. Newcomers to Pakistani cuisine will find them very tasty, due to their crispy texture and wide range of flavors. Do not miss these!
Paratha
Parathas are crisp, golden brown and layered flat breads consumed mostly for breakfast in Pakistan. They come in different shapes depending on how they are prepared and baked; it is made using whole wheat flour and cooked in ghee. A good start to your day if you want something hearty and delicious.
Gol Gappa (Pani Puri)
Gol gappa(Panipuri) is one of the popular street snacks in Pakistan. It consists of hollow fried puris filled with tamarind chutney, chaat masala, potato, onion, chillies and chickpeas. Surely try this tangy snack packed with flavors.
Jalebi
Jalebi is an Indian sweet that has its origins in Persia also enjoyed throughout Pakistan.The batter is made by mixing flour and yoghurt before frying them into circular patterns And immersed in a syrup with rosewater or saffron, this is made from thin wavy layers of batter that’s then fried and burnt. This is a yummy treat for those with a sweet tooth.
Bun Kebab
Bun kebab, a traditional Karachi street food dish, is a spiced shami kebab petties placed on a bun along with onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, fresh chutney and raita. The bun may be seared till it gets hard and come with other different fillings such as chicken, beef, lamb or vegetarian
The various textures and flavors of street food in pakistan are a must-eat for foodies that are rich in taste as well as feel. Try them on your next visit. Sour, hot and sweet varieties of street food can be found on every street corner. Optional additions include tomatoes, onions and green peppers. The amount of cheese in the sauce can also be altered to suit your taste buds.”
