If you have been enjoying Indian main courses, it’s time to explore the famous street food such as the Puchka, Vada pav, Masala dosa, Amritsari Kulcha, samosa, and so much more. These dishes are all distinct in flavour, but all are enjoyed as street food and can also be served during festival seasons or celebrations. There is one thing in common about these flavours: a harmony of distinct flavours that make up a vibrant taste that entices one to keep on enjoying. They are famous for their tangy, savoury and sweet taste and have exciting textures. This blog explores diverse types of street food that one can enjoy.
Samosa: This is one of the top street dishes that is both delicious and fulfilling. Samosas are crunchy, flaky and stuffed with either potatoes or peas. They are mildly spiced and served warm with some chutney spice. They have a savoury, warm and spicy flavour, with a crunchy bite accompanied by a warm and soft satisfaction.
Vada Pav: This is a West Indian specialty made from mashed potato fritters and also combined with soft bread and sharp chutney. The mashed potatoes are mixed with green chillies, garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices. The cooking method creates a slightly fresh, crispy texture, yet chewy on the inside. The mashed potato fritter is eaten with fresh bread.
Puchka: This is an East Indian specialty that is prepared as a shell stuffed with various ingredients such as onions, boiled potatoes, chickpeas and cumin, which is enjoyed the most when it is mixed with tangy and spicy water. The flavours of this dish are enjoyed once popped in the mouth all together, as the distinct flavours combine to create a vibrant taste. It offers a tangy, savoury, and spicy flavour.
Masala Dosa: This is a South Indian specialty that is made from fermented rice and lentil batter. The thin crisp is wrapped around a spiced potato and onion filling and served with coconut chutney. This street food is wholesome, offering a combination of savoury and spicy flavour and a slightly crispy texture.
Amritsari Kulcha: A famous Amritsar specialty, enjoyed as a bread that is slightly crusty on the outside and warm and soft on the inside. The bread is stuffed with potatoes, melting butter, onions and herbs. The mixture of aromatic spices and herbs offers a tangy and spicy flavour with a crisp and blistered texture.
Conclusion
These are just a few of the Indian dishes that one can enjoy; there are many other Indian dishes to explore at Indian restaurants. Street food is what people enjoy conveniently on a busy day or a chilled day when craving something different. Take time to explore the various dishes and learn how distinct flavours can be enjoyed all in one dish. Start to explore Indian street food at Crown Indian Cuisine, where you can have an opportunity to taste a range of dishes by Sandeep and his team of talented chefs who value serving authentic Indian food.
FAQ’s
Which sauces are best with Indian street food?
The most recommended sauces to enjoy would be spicy green mint-coriander, tamarind date chutney, garlic red chilli chutney and mint yoghurt.
Are there famous non-veg Indian street foods?
There is a diverse range of Indian street food such as kebabs, Kathi and egg rolls, keema pav, coastal fish fry and tandoori and tikka chicken.
What is the difference between North Indian food and South Indian food?
North Indian food incorporates more rotis, mild flavours and heavy gravies, whilst South Indian food incorporates more rice-based staples, light gravies and hot and sharp flavours.
