10 Facts About Kolkata Food

which is made from cottage cheese dumplings cooked in a light sugar syrup. These spongy, juicy balls are enjoyed by locals and tourists alike

Rosogolla

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Kathi Roll

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which consists of a paratha (flaky bread) wrapped around skewered and grilled meat, such as chicken, mutton, or paneer (cottage cheese), along with onions, chutney, and spices.

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Sweet yogurt dessert prepared by fermenting milk with jaggery or sugar. It has a creamy and caramel-like flavor.

Mishti Doi

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Puchka

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Street snack consisting of crisp hollow puris filled with a tangy tamarind water, mashed potatoes, chickpeas, and spices. It offers a burst of flavors and textures in every bite.

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A traditional Bengali fish curry made with various types of local fish like rohu, hilsa, or bhetki. The curry is usually flavored with spices like turmeric, ginger, and mustard seeds and is best enjoyed with steamed rice.

Machher Jhol

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Biryani

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The Kolkata-style biryani typically features fragrant rice cooked with succulent pieces of meat, potatoes, and aromatic spices, offering a unique blend of flavors.

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a popular street food dish in Kolkata, made from dried yellow peas cooked in a spicy and tangy gravy. It is often garnished with chopped onions, green chilies, and coriander leaves, making it a delightful snack.

Ghugni

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Chai

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The city is known for its strong, aromatic "chai" or tea, often accompanied by snacks like biscuits

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Jhal Muri is a combination of puffed rice, chopped vegetables, spices, and tangy chutneys. It is typically prepared by mixing puffed rice with finely chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, green chilies, and coriander leaves.

Jhal Muri

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Shorshe Ilish

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This is a quintessential Bengali dish featuring the prized Hilsa fish cooked in a mustard gravy.