Flavours of India: 10 Traditional Foods you Must Try

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Masala Dosa

Dosa are made from a batter of fermented rice, flour and lentils

Chaat

Chaat encompasses several preparations that are a mix of spicy and tangy

Dal Makhani

This rich, creamy preparation is usually reserved for celebratory occasions

Vada Pav

Perhaps the original India veggie burger, it consists of a deep-fried potato dumpling

Stuffed Parathas

Usually eaten as breakfast, they can be made from a variety of fillings

Dhokla

A savory vegetarian snack made of rice and split grams

Milk Barfi

These traditional sweets are meant to be shared on happy occasions

Idli

Idlis are essentially steamed rice cakes and make for a great breakfast

Chai

A concoction of tea leaves, aromatic spices and milk

Pani Puri

Hollow balls of fried semolina that are served with spicy-tangy water, boiled potatoes and chick-peas

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