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Bengali Old Street Food

Cultural Context

Originating in the bustling streets of Kolkata, Bengali Old Street Food, especially Fuchka, is a beloved snack that reflects the vibrant street food culture of Bengal. Traditionally enjoyed by locals, these crispy hollow puris filled with spicy potato and chickpea mixture are often served with tangy tamarind water. Today, they have gained popularity beyond Bengal, inspiring variations across India and even in global street food scenes, celebrated for their burst of flavors and textures.

BengaliBDsnack
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups semolina
1 tablespoon spices
4 medium potatoes
1 cup chickpeas
2 tablespoons tamarind
1 medium onion
2 green chilies
1/4 cup coriander leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
2 cups oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 medium cucumber
1/2 cup bengal gram
1 teaspoon black salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

semolina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

tamarind

🥗Healthier: date paste

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Date paste offers sweetness without added sugar.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: split peas

Black beans are nutritious and affordable.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor with fewer calories.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing semolina and water until smooth.

2

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until elastic.

3

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

4

Boil potatoes until tender, then mash them.

5

Soak chickpeas overnight, then boil until soft.

6

Mix mashed potatoes with boiled chickpeas, spices, and salt.

7

Divide the dough into small balls and roll them into thin discs.

8

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

9

Fry the discs until puffed and golden, about 2-3 minutes per side.

10

Prepare the tamarind water by mixing tamarind paste with water and spices.

11

Chop onions, green chilies, and coriander leaves for garnish.

12

Assemble by filling the fried discs with the potato mixture and drizzle with tamarind water.

13

Serve immediately with cucumber slices and lemon juice.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingboilingfrying

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Bengali FuchkaPuchkaPhuchka

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