Top 8 Street Food You Must Try In Rajasthan, India

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Mwongeli
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Located on the northwestern side of India, Rajasthan is a beautiful state commonly referred to as the land of kings for its royal history. Considered a melting point of India’s fascinating cultures and vibrating traditions, a visit to this picturesque city reveals attractive buildings from the many cultural empires that influenced it. A majestic city with an alluring landscape dotted with majestic forts and spectacular palaces, one renowned site in Rajasthan is the beautiful Meharang fort and museum, which offers breathtaking views of the city. When it comes to street food and delectable cuisines, Rajasthan is arguably the jewel in the crown. From tantalizing kachoris to mouthwatering dabelis, this listing has combined some of the top street food you must try in Rajasthan, India.

1. Golgappa (stuffed crispy water balls)

Panipuri, Golgappa, Phuchka
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If you are a food connoisseur looking to find an authentic taste in some of India’s favorite street food, then tickle your taste buds to a tantalizing burst of ridiculously delicious flavors and grab a bite of golgappa. A mouthwatering snack made of fresh fried crispy puri filled with black chickpea fillings and spicy potatoes with tamarind chutney and topped with refreshing flavored water, this exquisite snack will make you salivate as you enjoy it. Served as breakfast or dessert, golgappa is the perfect hand-sized snack to keep the energy levels up while exploring the intriguing marvels of the city.

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2. Pyaaz kachori (savory fried pastry with onion fillings)

Pyaaz ki Kachori
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Immerse yourself in a tantalizing burst of mouthwatering Indian flavors and try out their fascinating pyaaz kachori. An eclectic mix of traditional Indian spices blasting with elating flavors, pyaaz kachori has its origins in Jodhpur and is one of the most sought-after spicy snack food in India today. Found in most namkeen (savory) shops and streets in the entire state, pyaaz kachori is a crispy fried pastry, filled with spiced onion fillings. Like most Indian meals, this superb street delicacy is best when served with either dhania pudina, or dates or tamarind chutneys as your evening snack. Also served as potluck appetizer, or as a starter for dinner parties, this meal makes an ideal vegan option.

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3. Kaathi roll (frankie)

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Very much like the Kenyan chapati and similar in shape, kaathi rolls is a mouthwatering soft unleavened flat-bread rolls found all over India. Prepared using a relatively smooth dough, which is then made into a flat circular shape and directly glazed, this exciting meal is served as a breakfast bread or as a delicious snack on its own. With its roots in Kolkata, West Bengal, this exquisite delicacy comes with a filling of mutton egg, chicken, cottage cheese, vegetables, etc. Best enjoyed while fresh and warm, Kati rolls is arguably one of India’s favored street foods, preferred by many for its authentic taste.

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4. Chicken tikka (chicken baked in swekers)

Chicken Tikka
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If you consider yourself a food tourist in India’s Rajasthan and you are yet to try the insanely delicious chicken tikka, then you have no idea what you are missing out. A favorite street food among many across the globe for its unique blend of delightful flavors and fascinating taste, this street food consists of a meat patty, usually made with tender chunks of chicken breast marinated in yogurt and traditional Indian spices. Also known as the king of kebabs, this exquisite delicacy makes a great appetizer and is best when served with spicy cilantro-chutney mixed with onions and peppers.

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Rajasthan Tour Guide

Rajeev

Rajeev

I am a full-time licensed tour guide living in Agra, India. I received my Regiinal Level Guide certificate in 2007 from the Ministry of Tourism now I have a Pan India license. Before I discovered the tourism industry, I worked in the law, medical and insurance fields. I have a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Biology and Organic Chemistry. After achieving my Masters of Science in Organic Chemistry, I went to law school. My passion for history and culture led me to my profession today. I still enjoy learning science. I use it to understand the healing power of plants: mainly herbs, fruits and vegetables. My hobbies include collecting postage stamps, coins, paper money, reading, music, and of course, gardening. I also love photography, which I have become very good at. Many tourists have enjoyed my personal sightseeing tours. I enjoy meeting people and showing them my world. My lifelong experiences here, combined with my studies, allow me to help people get to know the real India. If you enjoy learning about this way of life, I am the one to come to! I work mainly in Agra, but will create tours to places outside of the city. While my tours are mostly walking tours around the city, I can arrange for transportation as well. If you need accommodation services, I can provide that too. Traveling to India is not just a journey, but an experience!

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5. Boiled egg bhurji (spicy hard-boiled egg scramble)

The boiled egg bhurji: the dish that built an unlikely egg-based empire in Udaipur. http://roadsandkingdoms.com/2016/udaipurs-emperor-eggs/

Posted by Roads and Kingdoms on Friday, 26 August 2016

Pulsating with the taste of tantalizing spices, boiled egg bhurji is undeniably one of the most sought-after Indian street dishes in Rajasthan. A highly recommended street delicacy, especially to staunch food tourists, for its unique blend of spices, boiled egg bhurji is a nutritious Indian version of scrambled eggs, cooked with an exotic mix of carefully selected spices, sauteed vegetables, and traditional recipes. Best served while hot, with buttered toast or fried bread, this excellent dish can also be used for sandwich filling. Very easy to prepare and hardly time-consuming, boiled egg bhurji makes an ideal and delightful breakfast meal.

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6. Jalebi (crispy sugar syrup pretzels)

Jalebi
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Jalebi is a food street item, ideal for those with a sweet tooth. A traditional mouthwatering sweet made with small golden, almost iridescent swirls of batter and soaked in a spiced sugar syrup, this fascinating Indian street snack is a must-have for tourists visiting Rajasthan. Being one of the most exotic sweet recipes in the world and well appreciated for its intense sweetness, jalebi is a delightful treat on its own. Best served when soaked in warm milk, this exclusive sweet makes for an ideal breakfast and is a hot favorite on any special occasion, be it weddings, festivals or birthdays.

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7. Chaat (spicy vegetable mix)

Papdi-chaat
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Most commonly found in North India, chaat is a generic term used for South Asian street food, and the best way to describe this tantalizing meal is like a flavor party in your palate. This delectable street dish consists of papri, which is thin pieces of fried dough layered between boiled chickpeas and potatoes and occasionally seasoned with a thick yogurt sauce. Depending on the type of chaat that delights your taste buds, other components such as samosas (crispy fried stuffed triangles) can be added, then garnished with tamarind chutney and crunchy noodles for a distinctive spicy taste that will make you drool.

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8. Dabeli (stuffed bun served with crunchy garnishing)

Dhamakedar Dabeli
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If you are all about that burger life, then another lip-smacking street delicacy to try out in Rajasthan is dabeli. A favored snack food among many Indians, dabeli is a spicy snack prepared with boiled potatoes marinated in a unique blend of special masalas, which is then put into a burger like a bun (ladi pav). Served with namkeen (savories), the aroma of traditional spices and garnishing of roasted peanuts adds some kick to its ridiculously, delicious taste, and this exotic street dish is best when accompanied by different chutneys such as garlic, dates, and chilies that will make you drool as you relish feasting on it.

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Try the street food in fascinating Rajasthan

With this comprehensive listing detailing some of the best Indian street dishes and delicacies in Rajasthan, you are spoilt for choice. And since they are all quite affordable, you can experiment with most of them and have a delightful culinary adventure.

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