8 Types Of Paan You Should Try

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1. Meetha Paan

A sweet version, often filled with ingredients like gulkand (rose petal preserve), coconut, tutti-frutti, fennel seeds, and cardamom. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

2. Saada Paan

A simple and traditional paan with minimal ingredients, usually including areca nut, slaked lime, and a touch of kattha (catechu). Credits: Wikimedia Commons

3. Banarasi Paan

Originating from Varanasi, this paan is rich and complex, with a mix of sweet and savoury ingredients, often including tobacco for those who prefer a stronger taste. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

4. Chocolate Paan

A modern twist on the traditional paan, this one is coated in chocolate and often includes fillings like gulkand, chocolate syrup, and nuts. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

5. Ice Paan

A refreshing variety where the ingredients are combined with crushed ice, giving a cool sensation. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

6. Fire Paan

A dramatic version where the paan is briefly set on fire before being consumed, with ingredients that usually include sweet fillings to balance the heat. Credits: Flickr

7. Masala Paan

This paan includes a spicy mix of ingredients like chuna (lime paste), kattha, and various spices, offering a more robust and savoury taste. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

8. Silver Coated Paan (Chandi Wala Paan)

Wrapped in a thin layer of silver leaf (chandi), this paan is often reserved for special occasions. The fillings can be either sweet or savoury. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

Which of these paan flavours have you tried? Credits: Wikimedia Commons