Poha-Jalebi
Poha Jalebi is a classic "sweet and savory" breakfast combination featuring light, steam-cooked flattened rice (Poha) topped with crunchy namkeen, paired with hot, syrup-soaked, crispy orange swirls of Jalebi.
Palak Puri
Palak Puri is a savory, emerald-green fried flatbread made from a dough of whole wheat flour and fresh spinach puree, seasoned with aromatic spices like carom seeds and ginger.
Mawa Bati
Mawa Bati is a large, deep-fried ball of sweetened milk solids (mawa) stuffed with a rich mix of nuts and cardamom, soaked in saffron syrup, and often coated in desiccated coconut.
Garadu
Garadu is a popular winter street food from Indore and Ujjain consisting of deep-fried cubes of Yam (Garadu root) tossed in a signature spicy and tangy masala.
Bhopali Rezala
Bhopali Rezala is a rich, green-hued Mughlai chicken curry prepared with a fragrant base of coriander, yogurt, cashew paste, and poppy seeds.
Poha
Indori Poha is the legendary culinary soul of Indore. It is a masterclass in balance, famously hitting every part of the palate sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy all in a single spoonful.
Dal Bafla
Dal Bafla is the heart of Malwa cuisine in Madhya Pradesh. While it shares a resemblance to Rajasthan’s Dal Baati, Baflas are distinct because the dough balls are boiled before being roasted, resulting in a texture that is much softer and more melt-in-the-mouth.
Bhutte ka Kees
Bhutte ka Kees is a beloved street food specialty from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, made from grated fresh corn simmered in milk and tempered with mustard seeds, chilies, and aromatic spices.