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Guide to the Street Food of India
India is a country that is well known for its rich culture and traditions, and the food is no exception. From north to south and east to west, India is home to a wide variety of street food that is both delicious and affordable. A large number of population in India is dependent on the street food of India as their meals. Whether you are a local or a tourist, you will not be able to resist the temptation of trying some of the most popular street foods in India. One cup of tea with any Indian snack on the street of India is the most blissful food at any point of time. 
With a wide variety of dishes to choose from, and affordable prices, street food in India is the perfect way to get a taste of this vibrant country. 

History of Street Food in India

Street food in India has a long and rich history that dates back to the Mughal Empire. During this time, street food vendors would sell their wares in public spaces and marketplaces, providing people with a quick and affordable way to get a tasty meal on the go. Over the centuries, street food in India has evolved to include a wide range of dishes that are now considered to be staples of Indian cuisine.

Popular Street Foods in India
 
There are countless street foods to try in India, each with its own unique flavor and style. Some of the most popular street foods in India include:
 
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1. Pani Puri - Delhi, Kolkata, Lucknow

Pani Puri is a popular street food in India that is made from a deep-fried, crispy ball filled with a mixture of spices and herbs, and served with a sweet and tangy sauce. The combination of flavors is both unique and delicious, making Pani Puri a must-try for anyone visiting India.It is also known as golgappa, puchka, and phuchka. This is popular in the North and Eastern part of India. 
Thi smouth watering eveing snack is very much popular in all age group and it is undoubtedly the number 1 street food of India. 
1. Pani Puri - Delhi, Kolkata, LucknowView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Kolkata

Belur Math
Belur Math
Birla Industrial And Technological Museum
Birla Industrial And Technological Museum
Birla Mandir
Birla Mandir
Birla Planetarium
Birla Planetarium
Botanical Gardens
Botanical Gardens
Eden Gardens
Eden Gardens
Fort William
Fort William
Howrah Bridge
Howrah Bridge
Indian Museum
Indian Museum
Jorasanko Thakur Bari
Jorasanko Thakur Bari
Kali Mata Temple
Kali Mata Temple
Marble Palace Mansion
Marble Palace Mansion
Nakhoda Mosque
Nakhoda Mosque
Rabindra Sarovar
Rabindra Sarovar
Sabarna Sangrahashala
Sabarna Sangrahashala
Science City
Science City
Shobhabajar Rajbari
Shobhabajar Rajbari
St Pauls Cathedral
St Pauls Cathedral
Victoria Memorial
Victoria Memorial
Princep Ghat
Delhi, Kolkata Tour Packages

2. Aloo Tikki - Delhi

Aloo Tikki is a popular street food in India that is made from a mixture of boiled potatoes and spices that are shaped into patties and fried until crispy. This delicious snack is typically served with a variety of chutneys and spices, making it both flavorful and filling.

The aloo tikki is believed to have originated in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. It is thought to have been created by a local chef who was looking for a dish that could be made using leftovers. The aloo tikki is now a popular dish all over India, and is also enjoyed in other countries where there is a large Indian population. But the aloo tikki in DElhi NCR is some thing different and a must have street food there. 
2. Aloo Tikki - DelhiView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Delhi

Agrasen Ki Baoli
Agrasen Ki Baoli
Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk
Connaught Place
Connaught Place
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Hauz Khas Village
Hauz Khas Village
Hazrat Nizamuddin Nizamuddins Shrine
Hazrat Nizamuddin Nizamuddins Shrine
Humayuns Tomb
Humayuns Tomb
India Gate
India Gate
Iskcon Hare Krishna Temple
Iskcon Hare Krishna Temple
Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid
Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar
Khan Market
Khan Market
Lodhi Garden
Lodhi Garden
Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple
Mehrauli Archaeological Park
Mehrauli Archaeological Park
National Zoological Park
National Zoological Park
Pragati Maidan
Pragati Maidan
Qutub Minar And Complex
Qutub Minar And Complex
Rajghat
Rajghat
Rajpath
Rajpath
Rashtrapati Bhavan
Rashtrapati Bhavan
Red Fort
Red Fort
Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
Teen Murti Bhavan Nehru House And Nehru Planetarium
Teen Murti Bhavan Nehru House And Nehru Planetarium
Delhi Tour Packages

3. Chole Bhature - Delhi & Punjab

Chole Bhature is a classic Indian dish that is often sold by street food vendors. This dish consists of spicy chickpeas served with fluffy fried bread, making it the perfect combination of flavors and textures. Chole Bhature is a popular dish in northern India, and is often enjoyed for breakfast or lunch. This street food is trully irrestable. 
3. Chole Bhature - Delhi & PunjabView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Punjab

Amritsar
Amritsar
Bathinda
Bathinda
Chandigarh
Chandigarh
Patiala
Patiala
Punjab Tour Packages

4. Vada Pav - Mumbai

Vada pav also spelled wada pav, is a vegetarian fast food dish from Maharashtra, India. It is a Maharashtrian burger, made of a fried potato dumpling (vada) inside a bun (pav). The dish is often accompanied by green chutney, and a fried green chilli.
Vada pav is a popular street food in the state of Maharashtra and is also sold in food stalls and restaurants. The dish is also popular in other parts of India, and has been described as the "Indian burger". It has also been described as "the Indian soul food".

The vada pav is made of a potato dumpling (vada), which is made by mixing boiled potatoes with spices such as ginger, garlic, green chillies, and coriander. The dumpling is then dipped in a chickpea flour batter and deep-fried. The vada is then placed inside a bun (pav) and served with chutney and a fried green chilli.
4. Vada Pav - MumbaiView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Mumbai

Bandra Worli Sea Link
Colaba Causeway
Elephanta Caves
Essel World Water Kingdom
Fashion Street
Film City
Gateway Of India
Girgaum Chowpatty
Global Pagoda
Haji Ali Dargah
Hanging Gardens
Hill Road And Linkin Road Bandra
Jehangir Art Gallery
Juhu Beach
Kamla Nehru Park
Kanheri Caves
Lokhandwala Market
Mahakali Caves
Mahalaxmi Temple
Marine Drive
Mumbai Zoo
National Gallery Of Modern Art
Prince Of Wales Museum
Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Siddhivinayak Temple
Victoria Terminus
Tikuji ni Wadi
Tikuji ni Wadi
Snow World Mumbai
Snow World Mumbai
Crawford Market
Crawford Market
Bandra Bandstand
Bandra Bandstand
Tryst Club Mumbai
Tryst Club Mumbai
Mumbai Tour Packages

5. Dosa - Chennai, Bangalore

 Dosas are a type of Indian street food that is famous throughout the country. They are made from a batter of rice and lentils that is poured onto a griddle and cooked until crisp. The dosa is then filled with a variety of toppings, including spiced potatoes, onions, and chutneys.

 Dosas can be found at street stalls and restaurants throughout India. Some of the most popular places to enjoy a dosa are in the southern states, where they are considered a specialty dish. In Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, there are numerous dosa restaurants that are known for their delicious and authentic versions of the dish
5. Dosa - Chennai, BangaloreView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Bangalore

13th Floor
13th Floor
Bangalore Aquarium
Bangalore Aquarium
Bangalore Palace
Bangalore Palace
Bannerghatta National Park
Bannerghatta National Park
Bull Temple
Bull Temple
Chunchi Falls
Chunchi Falls
Commercial Street
Commercial Street
Cubbon Park
Cubbon Park
Cycling
Cycling
F Bar Kitchen
F Bar Kitchen
Go Karting
Go Karting
Hal Aerospace Museum
Hal Aerospace Museum
Innovative Film City
Iskcon Temple
Iskcon Temple
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
Lal Bagh
Lal Bagh
Legends Of Rock
Legends Of Rock
Lumbini Gardens
Lumbini Gardens
Maha Bodhi Society Temple
Maha Bodhi Society Temple
Mg Road
Mg Road
Purple Haze
Purple Haze
Shiva Temple
Shiva Temple
St Marys Basilica
St Marys Basilica
The Beach
The Beach
Tipu Sultans Palace
Tipu Sultans Palace
Ub City Mall
Ub City Mall
Ulsoor Lake
Ulsoor Lake
Vaayu
Vaayu
Vidhan Soudha
Vidhan Soudha
Wonder La Water Park
Wonder La Water Park
Wood Street
Wood Street
Bangalore Tour Packages

6. Poha - Indore

Poha is a light, fluffy, and delicious Indian breakfast or snack made from flattened rice. It is one of the most popular breakfast items in Indore, Maharashtra, Goa, and Gujarat. Poha can be made with different variations of vegetables and spices.

One of the most popular variations of poha is aloo poha, which is made with potatoes, onions, and tomatoes. Another variation is masala poha, which is made with onions, green chillies, and other spices. Poha can also be made with different types of fruits, such as bananas, mangoes, or pineapples.

Poha is usually served with a side of curd (yogurt) and chutney. It can also be served with a side of pickle. Poha is a healthy and nutritious breakfast or snack that is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
6. Poha - IndoreView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Indore

Annapurna Temple
Bada Ganpati
Chhappan Dukan
Chhatris
Gommat Giri
Kanch Mandir
Khajrana Temple
Lal Bagh Palace
Rajwada
Rang Panchmi
Indore Tour Packages

7. Litti Choka -  Patna

Litti Choka, a popular Indian snack, is made of Sattu (a roasted gram flour), wheat flour, and spices. It is a popular dish in the state of Bihar and is also enjoyed in the neighboring states of Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
7. Litti Choka -  PatnaView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Patna

Ajanta
Buddha Smriti Udyan
Chhoti Dargah Maner
Gandhi Maidan
Golghar
Har Mandir Saheb Patna Saheb Gurudwara
Jalan Museum
Japanese Peace Pagoda Vaishali
Kesaria Stupa East Champaran
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library
Kolhua Complex Vaishali
Kumhrar Ancient Pataliputra
Mahatma Gandhi Setu
Mahavir Mandir
Maurya Lok
Patan Devi Mandir
Patna Museum
Patna Planetarium
Revolving Restaurant
River Ganga
Sonepur Mela Vaishali
Srikrishna Science Centre
Patna Tour Packages

8. Kachori - Jaipur


Kachori is a famous Indian snack that is enjoyed by people all over the country. It is made of a flour shell that is filled with a savory mixture of potatoes, onions, and spices. The kachori is then deep-fried until it is golden brown and crispy. It can be eaten alone as a snack or served with a chutney or a sauce.

Kachori is believed to have originated in the state of Rajasthan in India. It is a popular dish that is often served as a breakfast or lunch item. There are many variations of the kachori that are popular in different parts of the country. In the state of Uttar Pradesh, for example, kachori is often filled with a mixture of lentils and spices.
8. Kachori - JaipurView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Jaipur

Abhaneri Step Well
Abhaneri Step Well
Albert Hall Museum
Albert Hall Museum
Amber Fort
Amber Fort
Anokhi Museum Of Handpainting
Anokhi Museum Of Handpainting
Birla Temple
Birla Temple
Chand Pol
Chand Pol
City Palace
City Palace
Galtaji Temple
Galtaji Temple
Govind Ji Temple
Govind Ji Temple
Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal
Jaigarh Fort
Jaigarh Fort
Jal Mahal
Jal Mahal
Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar
Moti Dungri Temple
Moti Dungri Temple
Nahargarh Fort
Nahargarh Fort
Pink City
Pink City
Ram Nivas Garden
Ram Nivas Garden
Swaminarayan Temple
Swaminarayan Temple
Chokhi Dhani
Chokhi Dhani
Pink Pearl Water Park
Pink Pearl Water Park
Jaipur Tour Packages

9. Dabeli, Ahmedabad

Dabeli is a popular Indian snack that is made with a mixture of potatoes, onions, tomatoes, spices, and peanuts. The ingredients are combined and then stuffed into a bread bun, which is similar to a hamburger bun. The buns are then toasted until they are crispy. Dabeli is often served with a variety of chutneys, such as tamarind, mint, or chili.

Dabeli is popular throughout India, but it is particularly popular in the western state of Gujarat. In Gujarat, there are several restaurants that specialize in Dabeli, and the dish is considered to be a regional specialty.
9. Dabeli, AhmedabadView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Ahmedabad

Alpha One Mall
Alpha One Mall
Banascraft
Banascraft
Bhadra Fort Teen Darwaza
Bhadra Fort Teen Darwaza
Calico Textile Museum
Calico Textile Museum
Dada Hari Wav
Dada Hari Wav
Hathisingh Jain Temple
Hathisingh Jain Temple
Iskcon Temple
Iskcon Temple
Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid
Jhulta Minar
Jhulta Minar
Kamala Nehru Zoo
Kamala Nehru Zoo
Kankaria Lake
Kankaria Lake
Kapasi Handicraft Emporium
Kapasi Handicraft Emporium
Lal Darwaza
Lal Darwaza
Lalabhai Dalpatbhai Museum
Lalabhai Dalpatbhai Museum
Law Garden Night Market
Law Garden Night Market
Law Garden
Law Garden
Manek Chawk
Manek Chawk
R3 The Mall
R3 The Mall
Sabarmati Ashram
Sabarmati Ashram
Siddi Saiyed Mosque
Siddi Saiyed Mosque
Swaminarayan Temple
Swaminarayan Temple
Tomb Of Ahmed Shah And Ahmed Shahs Mosque
Tomb Of Ahmed Shah And Ahmed Shahs Mosque
Vaishnodevi Temple
Vaishnodevi Temple
World Vintage Car Museum
World Vintage Car Museum
Ahmedabad Tour Packages

10. Egg roll - koklkata

Egg rolls are a popular snack food in Kolkata, and are generally consumed as a light meal or as a snack between meals. The egg rolls are also popular with students, who often purchase them as a cheap and convenient meal. The egg rolls are generally sold for a few rupees each, and are a popular alternative to the main meal. Now in other parts of the country egg roll has become popular. This is truely an amazing street food of India. 
10. Egg roll - koklkataView Gallery - 11

Places to visit in Kolkata

Belur Math
Belur Math
Birla Industrial And Technological Museum
Birla Industrial And Technological Museum
Birla Mandir
Birla Mandir
Birla Planetarium
Birla Planetarium
Botanical Gardens
Botanical Gardens
Eden Gardens
Eden Gardens
Fort William
Fort William
Howrah Bridge
Howrah Bridge
Indian Museum
Indian Museum
Jorasanko Thakur Bari
Jorasanko Thakur Bari
Kali Mata Temple
Kali Mata Temple
Marble Palace Mansion
Marble Palace Mansion
Nakhoda Mosque
Nakhoda Mosque
Rabindra Sarovar
Rabindra Sarovar
Sabarna Sangrahashala
Sabarna Sangrahashala
Science City
Science City
Shobhabajar Rajbari
Shobhabajar Rajbari
St Pauls Cathedral
St Pauls Cathedral
Victoria Memorial
Victoria Memorial
Princep Ghat
Kolkata Tour Packages

Street Food Safety in India

While street food in India is delicious and affordable, it is important to be aware of the safety concerns associated with eating street food. To ensure that you enjoy street food without getting sick, it is important to follow a few simple guidelines:

Always make sure that the street food vendor you choose is using fresh and clean ingredients.

Look for vendors that have a steady stream of customers, as this is often an indicator of the quality of their food.

Avoid street food that is kept in open containers or has been sitting out for long periods of time. 

Always make sure that you are eating street food that has been cooked thoroughly and is still hot. 
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