Listen Up Spice Freaks! These Dishes In Delhi Will Defo Make You Go “Haye Haye Mirchi”

Dilli and spice go hand in hand; you can ask your nearest Golgappe wale bhaiya that! Us, Dilliwale standing with red eyes, tongue out and sweaty forehead isn’t a sign to stop the heat but to keep it going. So, for you crazy *Uff Uff Mirchi, Haaye Haaye Mirchi* ke deewane, we’ve curated some of the spiciest dishes from all over Delhi. Enjoy the tasty torture that you are about to endure at these places.  

1. 440 Watt Ka Jhatka At Sikandar Omelettes

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We’ll start with the classic breakfast meal for you, The Masala Omelette. This Purani Dilli gem is popular for its variety of omelettes, right from Pizza Half Fry to Boiled Egg Special, but for our chilli-loving peeps out there, the ‘440 Watt Ka Jhatka’ omelette is what you should have your eye on. An omelette sandwich with mayo and stuffed with green chillies, this tongue-burner of a dish is as spicy as it is tasty. So, if you love spice, take your friends and challenge them for the ultimate pride. 

Where | Sikandar Omelettes - 1425, Sita Ram Bazar, Old Delhi, Chawri Bazar
Timings |  5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Call Them | +91 9811 058 372

2. Spicy Avocado Sushi At Yum Yum Cha

Yum Yum Cha is famous worldwide for its Pan-Asian cuisines and with it the heat in the meal. They have a spice metre above average in most of their dishes like noodles and fried rice which is delicious but for the real fire party, order their Spicy Avocado Sushi which is a beautiful amalgamation of sweet and scorching hot spice. The topping on the sushi is further threads of spice adding to the taste. We would call this a heaven for spicy food lovers. Book a day for a spicy retreat. 

Where | Yum Yum Cha - Khan Market, DLF Cyber Hub & Other Outlets
Timings | 12 Noon - 11:00 PM
Skim Through Their Insta Feed | https://www.instagram.com/yumyumchaindia/

3. Angry Momos Challenge At Moroca

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Of course, there’s a momo on the list we can’t ignore. Delhi wala’s romance with this spicy goodness is a given, but Moroca's Angry Momos might change that to a love-hate one. These tandoori momos are dipped in the spicy marinade which just oozes flavour and taste but with a 360° roundhouse kick of heat. They are what you call silent killers as they look just like your ideal tandoori momos but *boy* when the heat kicks in you’d be scampering for water! It’s perfect for a bet among friends, so head over to check out something even hotter than Delhi's weather.

Where | Morocco - G 23, RG Mall, Near Glorious Public School, Sector 9, Rohini
Timings | 12 PM - 11:00 PM
Call Them | +91 9818 451 135
Skim Through Their FB Feed | https://www.instagram.com/moroca.delhi/

4. Aloo Ko Achar At Yeti - The Himalayan Restaurant

When the menu specifies the spiciness in the dish, then you know it’s going to be a ride and Aloo Ko Achar at Yeti is exactly that. For a vegetarian spicy food lover, this dish is the perfect meal for you. It is flavourful and *oh-so-spicy*! They also have Spicy Lamb for non-vegetarians but Aloo Ko Achar definite

Where | Yeti - The Himalayan Restaurant - Khirki Extension, Malviya Nagar
Timings |  12 Noon - 11:00 PM
Call Them | +91 9355 663 325
Skim Through Their Insta Feed | https://www.instagram.com/yetidining/

5. Sexy Spicy Chicken Curry At Laxman Fast Food

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Sushi, momos and noodles are, but nothing beats a desi spicy chicken curry, Dhaba style and Laxman Fast Food is the perfect place for that. They have drooling Lal Maas too but the heat on their Spicy Chicken Curry is just beyond what you would’ve had, and goes so well with the taste. Delhi Ka Dhaba, your crazy friend and mouth-numbing chicken curry is a sure-shot recipe for a fun time. Make sure you carry an extra handkerchief ‘cause you are going to sweat a lot. 

Where | Laxman Fast Food - Qutab Institutional Area Road, Katwaria Sarai
Timings | 4 AM - 11:00 PM
Call Them | +91 9818 967 110

6. Spicy Chicken Tikka Roll At Khan Chacha

Khan Chacha’s rolls are famous all over Delhi and why wouldn’t they be? Filled with absolutely appetising flavours and now with their spicy Chicken Tikka Roll, the spice metre is there too. This may not be the spiciest on the list but definitely a worthy spot especially with the spicy red chutney that kicks the spice levels high above normal. What are you waiting for? Scoot! 

Where |  Khan Chacha -  Vasant Vihar, Aerocity Dwarka & Other Outlets 
Timings | 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Call Them | +91 11 4368 0449 & +91 11 2463 3242
Skim Through Their Insta Feed | https://www.instagram.com/khanchachaofficial/

7. Noodles At Wok To Walk

Before momos came and conquered, noodles were the favourite fast food of Delhi. But the flavour of tasty spicy noodles is still unmatched, especially when done right by Wok To Walk and their insane spicy sauce. Wok To Walk is the perfect spot for you to do a spicy noodle challenge video as they can top up the spice as high as you want, and let’s just say that they can do it Very High! So, get your spice gang ready for the ultimate challenge! 

Where | Wok To Walk - G-7 & G-8, Ashirwad Complex, Green Park
Timings | 11 AM - 11:00 PM
Call Them | +91 1141 088 072 & +91 9650 913 794
Skim Through Their Insta Feed | https://www.instagram.com/woktowalkindia/

8. Lotan Ke Chole Kulche

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Here’s a hidden gem in Old Delhi - Lotan Ke Chole Kulche sold at a corner stall on the street of Purani Dilli. They are just filled with yummy spices and the swoon-worthy buttery kulcha. The spicy metre is low, medium and very high. Choose the very high to get the ultimate taste to just explode in your mouth with that extra ladle full of chilly oil accompanied with Chole Stalk. Lotan Ke Chole Kulche is among Delhi’s classics and a must-try for every Delhiite. Get your kulcha plate for some teary eyes and gob-smacking flavours! 

Where | Lotan Ke Chole Kulche - Manohar Market, Krishna Nagar, Daryaganj & Shakarpur
Timings | 8 AM - 4 PM 

There you go, spice-loving peeps. These are the spiciest Delhi dishes, so leave that Pani Puri vale bhaiya and go check out these to satiate your hunger for spice. Toodles!