Kolkata is a city famous for its street food. Know the best 'Kolkata Street foods' when visiting the City of Joy.
lifestyle May 11 2023
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Phuchka
This is the King of Kolkata’s Street food. In different cities all over India, it's known by other names, but Kolkata Phuchka is best.
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Jhalmuri
This tossed-up mix of puffed rice, namkeen, peanuts, coriander, onions, tomatoes, spices, chillies, and more, is a go-to Kolkata Street food. It is served in a conical newspaper.
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Mughlai Paratha
It is roti stuffed with chicken keema, broken cutlets, onion, and eggs. Apart from the taste, it is an incredibly filling street food.
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Kabiraji
This street food is for non-veg lovers. It’s made with minced mutton wrapped in an egg net and deep-fried. The taste is to die for.
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Rolls
Kolkata will roll your favourite stuffing – egg, chicken, fish or mutton in a flaky flour paratha to satisfy your tastebuds.
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Shingara/ Samosa
This is the King of Kolkata’s Street food. In different cities all over India, it's known by other names, but Kolkata Phuchka is best.
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Chhanar Jilipi
This sweet dish is not a regular Jalebi. Made of cottage cheese, this jalebi is thicker and has the texture of Gulab Jamun.