Introduction
People normally attribute Hyderabad for its historical sites and boats, but it is also on the list for having amazing sweets. From one sweet delicacy associated intrinsically in people’s mind with New York, to another sweet food staple that can be found in the majority of houses, the city has much to offer in terms of traditional sweets that underline its rich culinary culture. When in Hyderabad and you want to take a taste of their savory local foods, then it is recommended for you to visit the local sweet shops. To taste these cute sweet dishes, you can stop at hourly hotels in Hyderabad, where you can take a night in a hotel conveniently.
Sheer Korma
Sheer Korma is a vermicelli payasam prepared with milk, rice, and nuts preferred for celebrations. As the name suggests the sweet originated from the Persian word – “Doodh with Khajoor”, and is typically prepared during the festival of Eid. Even though Sheer Korma hails from Persia, it is a favourite dessert all over the country of India. It is creamy, very rich, and has a delicious taste and it should be taken on festive occasions and is indeed the epitome of Hyderabadi sweets.
Shahi Tukda
Shahi Tukda, also called Double Ka Meetha, is a Royal bread pudding dessert Recipe bread, ghee, sugar, milk, nuts. The name is actually a play on words that translates to “Royal piece of bite,” and this good old sweet treat is every inch a king’s meal. Though it is usually consumed during occasions like marriages and other form of celebrations it is regularly copiously consumed in Hyderabad sweet shops as a comfort food.
Khubani Ka Meetha
Khubani Ka Meetha or Qubani Ka Meetha is a typical Hyderabadi pudding prepared from apricot, almonds and cream. The literal translation of the name is the ‘dish of apricot’ with stress on the sweet component of it. This dish has a mildly sweet and somewhat sour taste and is perfect for complementing the spices in a typical Hyderabadi meal – Biryani.
Mauz Ka Meetha
The Mitha named Mauz Ka Meetha is a post-independence invention that uses bananas, condensed milk, nuts, and ghee. The term ‘Mauz’ connotes banana and this sweet delicacies has been in existence in Hyderabad right from the Nizam rule. Though it was once a delicacy that could be consumed during festive seasons and other special occasions, it has in the modern society become part of the every day meals, and it is easily accessible within the city.
Shahjahani Meetha
Banjara bala is a traditional Hyderabadi mithai made with tomatoes, milk and nuts; Shahjahani Meetha is one among them. This is due to the fact that it contains rather untypical ingredients for this kind of dish; besides, it is rather tender. This dessert is among the best and lesser known secrets of Hyderabad and is, therefore, a great chance to try something that tourists do not get to sample very often.
Badam Ki Jali
Badam Ki Jali is a form of Indian cookies prepared using almonds. The name Badam exactly refers to almonds and this sweet is made from almonds, cashew nuts and sugar and the sweetener may contain edible silver foil. Made into patterns of flowers and stars, Badam Ki Jali is a sight as well as a treat to the taste buds.
Gulab Jamun
It is a popular sweet all over India and is made from milk, khoya which is dried milk, and flour. These dough balls are then immersed in sugar syrup and are extraordinarily sweet and soft. Also known as “Rose water berry,” the Gulab Jamun is one of Hyderabad’s best known and most loved dishes.
Halwa
There are many delicacies found in Hyderabad and one among them is Jouzi Halwa a variant of Halwa. Prepared from milk, ghee, nutmeg, sugar, dates, and other nuts, saffron, and afghan special spices – kewra, it is listed as one of the favorite desserts of the Nizam. Other famous types include Moong Dal Ka Halwa, a dish made from ghee and lentils and is a very traditional recipe of Hyderabadi food.
Chandrakala
Chandrakala is a Sweet originating from Eastern part of India, which is adopted by Hyderabad greatly. Consisting of flour, dry fruits and sugar, it literally means ‘Moon.’ Due to the well deserved equilibrium of taste and texture this sweet is very popular and has become a part of Hyderabad dessert session.
Conclusion
These sweets provide delightful insight into the culinary tradition of Hyderabad. In my opinion, these treats can be rather great to try the taste of the city; Thus, if you are in Hyderabad, be it for a day or for a few months, do try these Hyderabadi sweets. For those who are going to stay for some hours, hourly hotels in Hyderabad give the sweet urges for enjoyment.
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