6 Varieties of Paan In India You Can Try

Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Sujata Singh

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Sada Paan

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Meetha Paan

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Maghai Paan

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Kesar Paan

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It is one of the most royal toppings one can add to the paan. Kesar ca be sprinkled on the paan or can be used as a filling inside the leaf.

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Litchi Leaf Paan

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Litchi leaves are sweet and spicy, similar to bay leaves. It can make a great wrap for a refreshing paan.

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Banarasi Paan

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