Ramzan Special: 'Pheni' - Old Delhi's Secret Sehri Dish, 100 Kg Sold Daily!

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News18•24-02-2026, 11:59
Ramzan Special: 'Pheni' - Old Delhi's Secret Sehri Dish, 100 Kg Sold Daily!
- •Ramadan brings increased hustle and bustle to Old Delhi's Matia Mahal market, especially near Jama Masjid.
- •Local 18 team discovered 'Pheni', a unique dish rarely seen outside of Ramadan, sold by Mohammed Zakir, a 50-year veteran shopkeeper.
- •Pheni becomes widely available in the Jama Masjid area during Ramadan, with shops selling over 100 kg daily.
- •Elders in Old Delhi traditionally ate Pheni for Sehri due to its light nature, mixed with milk.
- •Pheni preparation is time-consuming, involving kneading flour with ghee, frying small balls, and forming large strands.
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