Kolkata's version of the quintessential Indian street food, these crispy hollow balls filled with spicy potato mixture and tangy tamarind water are a must-try.
Kolkata is famous for its Kathi Rolls, where succulent pieces of grilled meat or vegetables are wrapped in a paratha with a variety of sauces and condiments.
A popular evening snack, Jhalmuri is a mixture of puffed rice, chopped vegetables, peanuts, spices, and tangy tamarind sauce, creating a delicious and crispy snack.
Made with steamed or boiled yellow peas, Ghugni is a popular street food dish in Kolkata, cooked with spices, onions, and garnished with coriander leaves.
Kolkata's version of deep-fried fritters, Telebhaja includes a variety of snacks like beguni (deep-fried eggplant), phuluri (deep-fried lentil dumplings), and alur chop (deep-fried potato cutlet).
Though not originally from Kolkata, momos have gained immense popularity in the city. These steamed or fried dumplings are usually filled with minced meat or vegetables and served with spicy sauce.
This mouthwatering dish is made with crushed puchka, mixed with boiled potatoes, chopped onions, spices, and tangy tamarind chutney.
Kolkata's version of biryani is a fragrant rice dish cooked with aromatic spices, tender meat (such as chicken or mutton), and potatoes, creating a delectable blend of flavors.
A simple yet satisfying street food, Aloo Kabli consists of boiled potatoes mixed with chopped onions, tomatoes, spices, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Being a city known for its love for fish, Kolkata offers delicious fish fry dishes, where marinated fish fillets are coated in breadcrumbs and fried to perfection.
Similar to Churmur, this Kolkata-style chaat combines crushed puchka with various chutneys, chopped onions, tomatoes, and spices for a flavorful treat.
Kolkata is famous for its cutlets, made with minced meat or vegetables coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried to a crispy golden brown.
Kolkata's version of the classic egg roll features a paratha filled with a fried egg, onions, cabbage, and a tangy sauce. It's a popular street food option.
These mouthwatering rolls are made with succulent pieces of grilled chicken, paneer (cottage cheese), fish, or egg, accompanied by sauces and wrapped in a paratha.
A decadent treat, Mughlai Paratha is a flaky, layered bread stuffed with a mixture of minced meat, eggs, onions, and spices, and then shallow-fried until golden and crispy.