25 Must Try Pakistani Punjabi / Lahori Food and Snacks

Lahore is famous for its food and there is a pretty good reason behind it: LAHORI FOOD IS DELICIOUS. And trust me, we Lahoris know how to appreciate our food because we love eating it! Every region and city has some savory and sweet specialties when it comes to food and Lahore is no different. These are the food items that are highly recommended for you to try when the next time you visit this culturally rich city of flavours and colours. Below we have made a list of some of the most typical and traditional Punjabi foods that are not only easily available in Lahore but also loved by Lahoris and visitors alike! These dishes are eaten throughout the province of Punjab and all (almost all) Punjabis love these special treats! Check them out!

Also Check Out: 16 Typical Pakistani Nashta / Breakfast Foods

 

MAIN COURSE DISHES

Sarson Ka Saag Aur Makki Ki Roti

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Tandoori Chicken

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Dal Makhani

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Lahori Chargha

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Karahi Gosht

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Paye (dish)

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Seekh kabab

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Beef/Mutton/Chicken Palao

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Lahori Murgh Chanay

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Mooli/Qeema/Aaloo Paratha

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Ballon Wala Paratha

But Karailay (Qeema bharay Karailay)

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Punjabi Bhunna Gosht

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Moongray Qeema

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SNACKS

Gol Gapay

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katlama/Qatlama

 

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Chana Chaat

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Dahi Pakoriyan

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SWEET DISHES / DESSERTS

Kulfa

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Punjabi Mathiyan

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Falooda

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Andrasay

 

Pinniyan

 

Gola

 

BEVERAGES

Doodh Patti/Chaa

Lassi

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Laal Sharbat

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Limka/Lemon Soda

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Doodh Soda

Rabri Doodh

Sattu

Did we miss any important Punjabi/Lahori dish? If yes, then tell us what more should be included in the comments below!

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