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7 Popular Kolkata street cuisine you must try

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Dimer Devil

 Egg lovers should not miss out on the delicious Dimer Devil, a popular street delicacy in Kolkata. This delicious treat is made up of hard-boiled eggs.
 

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Telebhaja

The term "telebhaja" describes a variety of deep-fried treats that are typically consumed with puffed rice or tea, such as potato and onion fritters.
 

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Jhal Muri

Jhal Muri, a beloved street food in Kolkata, is a vegan snack made of puffed rice, chopped vegetables, spice, and roasted peanuts on top. 

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Churmur

Similar to Puchka, this street dish from Kolkata consists of mashed potatoes, tamarind pulp (called tetul gola by the locals), onions, tomatoes, spices, and crushed Puchka.
 

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Fish Fry

Fish marinated in a blend of spices, dipped in batter or breadcrumbs, and deep-fried till crispy, is a popular street dish in Kolkata. 
 

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Phuchka

Phuchkas, also called pani puri or golgappe, are little crispy fried hollow puris filled with tamarind water and spicy potatoes. 

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Ghugni

A well-known Bengali meal that is eaten with luchis and is made with dried yellow peas or chickpeas that have been cooked with various spices. 

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