What Is Gundi Paan And Why Desis
Love It

By: Jigyasa Kakwani

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Gundi paan is a smaller version of paan, perfect for when you're looking for a bite-sized palate cleanser.

As with most paans, gundi paan has a refreshing taste. These are either made with smaller paan leaves or the big ones are cut into halves.

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What is it made of?

Betel leaves are layered with sweet, jam-like spreads and crunchy tidbits like tutti-frutti, cherries and chopped dates.

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Lots of Gulkand

These tiny treats burst with the refreshing flavours of gulkand, a rose petal jam known for its cooling and digestive properties.

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What makes it popular?

These mini paans are a crowd favourite as they offer the same taste and experience without the need to eat a full-sized paan.

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Loved across India

You can find gundi paan easily in several Indian states like Hyderabad, Indore, Varanasi, Mumbai, and Delhi.

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Click below to learn about more amazing types of paan.

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