On our non-vegetarian food tour in Jhansi, we began at New Dileep Biryani, an unassuming eatery known for its incredible chicken biryani. The dish was aromatic and perfectly spiced, with tender chicken pieces cooked in fragrant basmati rice. Each bite had a balanced blend of spices, leaving a satisfying warmth that kept us wanting more. The biryani’s simplicity was its strength, focusing on the richness of traditional flavors without overcomplicating the dish.

Our next stop was Meat Ka Badshah, a name that truly lives up to its reputation for serving some of the best non-vegetarian delicacies in the city. The shami kebab was exquisite—soft, perfectly spiced, and melt-in-the-mouth. The kebabs were delicately crafted, with a fine balance of minced meat and spices, making them a standout dish. We also tried their signature mutton chaap, a highlight of the tour. This dish consisted of tender mutton ribs, first boiled and then coated with a thick paste made from eggs, potatoes, and a blend of spices, before being deep-fried to perfection. The result was a rich and crispy exterior with succulent meat inside, offering layers of flavor in every bite.

For something sweet, we stopped by Razzaq Sweets, a local favorite, where we sampled their unique anda halwa and traditional gujiya. The anda halwa was an intriguing dish made with eggs but presented as a dessert, sweetened just right with a grainy texture that was rich yet delicate. The gujiya, a classic Indian sweet, was delightful with its crisp pastry shell filled with a sweetened mixture of khoya, nuts and coconut.

We wrapped up our tour at Kwality Kebab & Chicken Center, a well-loved spot among locals. The tandoori chicken was decent, well-marinated with the right amount of smoky flavor from the tandoor, though not as exceptional as some of the other dishes we tried. The chicken seekh kebab was similarly decent, offering a mildly spiced and juicy bite. However, it was their mutton stew that really stood out—comforting and flavorful, the stew had a rich, hearty broth with tender pieces of mutton that melted in the mouth. The owner of the place, a passionate food lover, made sure to engage with us, sharing stories behind each dish and offering insights into the long-standing traditions of Jhansi's non-vegetarian cuisine.

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