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Haridwar's 100-Year-Old Gem: Moti Bazaar Shop Serves Desi Ghee Samosas & Sweets Since British Era.
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News18•20-09-2026, 18:19
Haridwar's 100-Year-Old Gem: Moti Bazaar Shop Serves Desi Ghee Samosas & Sweets Since British Era.
- •Haridwar's 'Prachin Mathura Wale' in Moti Bazaar is a century-old shop, operating since the British rule.
- •The shop is renowned for its samosas and traditional sweets, all prepared in pure desi ghee, offering a unique taste.
- •Desi ghee samosas feature a special potato filling with cashews and raisins, enhanced by a fresh chutney.
- •Traditional Chandrakala, Lauki ki Lauj, Besan sweet, and Besan Laddus are also popular, made with pure desi ghee.
- •This historic shop maintains a 100-year-old tradition of taste and purity, attracting devotees and tourists alike.
Key Questions Answered
The historic Prachin Mathura Wale shop is located in the narrow lanes of Moti Bazaar near Thanda Kuan, just a 10-minute walk from Har Ki Pauri after passing through Bada Bazaar.
The samosas fried in pure desi ghee feature a special potato filling that includes cashews and raisins, and they are served with a special fresh chutney.
Famous traditional sweets at the shop include Chandrakala filled with mawa, saffron, and dry fruits, Lauki ki Lauj, besan sweets, soft besan laddus, and modaks, all prepared in pure desi ghee.
