Telebhaja
Telebhaja is Kolkata’s fried goodness. These smoking hot delights are your best friend during rainy seasons along with a cup of tea. To have the best of these deep fried snacks, head to Mukhoruchi, at GLT Road, Jihobar Jol, on RN Das Road, and Narendrar Dokan, on Harish Chatterjee Street.
Ghugni
Prepared with a combination of white and yellow gram peas, the dish includes fresh coriander, chillies, onions, tamarind and mint. Found in every corner of Kolkata, it can be enjoyed either with bread but is a filling dish on its own.
Jhal Muri
Kolkata’s Puffed rice snack, has found its way to evening snacks’ menu. It is a convenient street food item that can be enjoyed during all seasons. Prepared with onions, chillies, tomatoes, the dish can be changed according to suit one’s taste. For the best jhal muri, take a walk along the banks of the Hooghly River, near Babughat or visit the stalls near the Victoria Memorial, and the Kolkata Maidan.
Singara
While many would argue what’s there in a name, to prove this phrase wrong, one will have to try the Bengali Aloo Phulkopir Singara to see what is there inside this amazing snack. Popularly known as ‘Samosa’ across the country, the Bengali Singara is a little different because of its stuffing and shape. The stuffing consists of cauliflower, green peas, fresh coconut, roasted peanuts, ginger and mustard oil.
Bhel Puri, Aloo/Lucchi Puri and Fish fry are among many other delicious snacks that the bong community enjoys on a daily basis. Moghlai Paranthas, Roshogolla, Mishti, Fish chops and fish fingers should also be a part of your menu. Just hop on one of the trams and start gorging on these lip-smacking delicacies.