--- title: "How to Make Indian Street Food in Your Own Kitchen ..." description: "Spicy Vegetarian Lentil Samosas; Dahi Vada; Chana; Tawa Pulao; Masala Dosa; More ..." url: "https://food.allwomenstalk.com/how-to-make-indian-street-food-in-your-own-kitchen/" category: "food" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # How to Make Indian Street Food in Your Own Kitchen ... You might not be able to conjure up the sights and atmosphere of a Mumbai street but you sure can make the food in your own home. Fill your kitchen with the fabulous aromas of Indian street food. Vegetarians take note - there are some fabulous veggie recipes here. ## 1. Spicy Vegetarian Lentil Samosas ![Spicy Vegetarian Lentil Samosas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vo/yf/uqgp06z3550bf91d27e53403531868_550x550.jpg) Source: [Spicy Vegetarian Lentil Samosas](https://foodgawker.com/post/2014/07/12/366504/) Crispy triangular parcels that can be meat or veggies, This is for yummy lentils. ## 2. Dahi Vada ![Dahi Vada](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vp/hv/gf2nw160550bf91d7a46d516934162_600x900.jpg) Source: [dahi vada recipe - how](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/dahi-vada-recipe/) Popular north Indian street food snack of lentil #dumplings in yogurt, spiced with sweet and spicy chutneys ## 3. Chana _ Source: South indian "Street" Food_ Chickpeas cooked with chilies, masala, lemon juice etc ## 4. Tawa Pulao ![Tawa Pulao](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rn/jb/mq021g16550bf91e25b54693982280_600x900.jpg) Source: [tawa pulao recipe, how to](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/tawa-pulao-recipe-pulao-recipes/) A popular Mumbai street food of rice and vegetables sautéed together with pav bhaji masala and other spices-herbs ## 5. Masala Dosa ![Masala Dosa](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fw/qj/p8zwka2x550bf91ee7bc2750627846_600x900.jpg) Source: [mysore masala dosa recipe, how](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/mysore-masala-dosa/) An ultra-thin pancake, popular in Southern India ## 6. Besan Cheela ![Besan Cheela](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/w8/km/g262hi2o550bf91f37805266027518_400x500.jpg) Source: [Savoury Pancakes for Pancake Day](https://www.greatbritishchefs.com/contributors/monica-shaw) North Indian Street Food Similar to Pancakes ## 7. Onion Pakoras ![Onion Pakoras](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nb/lr/ssnpz31d550bf920d7dcf270499293_600x900.jpg) Source: [Onion Pakoras with Tamarind Chutney!](http://www.thesugarhit.com/2014/08/onion-pakoras-tamarind-chutney-recipe.html) Also called onion bhaji in the West. ## 8. Golgappa ![Golgappa](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/s2/wk/fcb8lpl0550bf9223228f818179643_470x707.jpg) Source: [Pani Puri Recipe-How to make](https://www.padhuskitchen.com/2013/07/pani-puri-recipe-how-to-make-pani-poori.html) Aka Pani puri - one of the very favorite street foods all over India. ## 9. Tandoori Chicken Pops ![Tandoori Chicken Pops](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pp/d1/tzbnax8j550bf92327526610338074_450x550.jpg) Source: [Indian food | Hooked on](https://www.hookedonheat.com/intro-to-indian-part-3-indian-street-food/) Not quite sure these would be called chicken pops in India but the idea is good. ## 10. Jalebi _ Source: Jalebi Recipe | Epicurious.com_ Made by deep-frying a wheat flour batter in pretzel or circular shapes, which are then soaked in sugar syrup. ## 11. Dahi Puri ![Dahi Puri](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ho/w9/vlvn5mmw550bf9256bc01803729938_450x675.jpg) Source: [THE CHEF and HER KITCHEN](http://www.chefandherkitchen.com/2012/10/dahi-puri-chaat-recipes.html) A South Asian snack which is especially popular in the state of Maharashtra ## 12. Aloo Chaat ![Aloo Chaat](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zx/sq/yxangtgy550c1a0d23c03467859146_600x600.jpg) Source: [Aloo Chaat Recipe](https://www.recipedose.com/snack/aloo-chaat-recipe.html) Aloo Chaat is prepared by frying potatoes in oil and adding spices and chutney. ## 13. Bhel-puri ![Bhel-puri](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/od/v0/dwalof3e550bf927431aa628173406_500x750.jpg) Source: [bhel puri recipe, how to](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/bhel-puri-mumbai-bhel-puri/) A delicious beans and puffed rice salad. ## 14. Dabeli ![Dabeli](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/le/mu/ncsi9i1m550bf928897ad916222322_600x900.jpg) Source: [dabeli recipe, kutchi dabeli](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/dabeli-recipe-kutchi-dabeli-recipe/) An Indian veggie burger ## 15. Misal Pav ![Misal Pav](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/md/xs/fualugfb550bf92947425713874789_600x828.jpg) Source: [misal pav recipe, how to](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/misal-pav-recipe-misal-pav/) A spicy curry usually made of sprouted moth beans, commonly known as matki and chili powder gravy called 'Kutt' ## 16. Papdi Chaat ![Papdi Chaat](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r0/bs/ftgl5ta3550bf92a12060914475057_360x480.jpg) Source: [Papdi Chaat - Papri Chaat](https://www.sailusfood.com/papdi-papri-chaat-recipe/) Deliciously fragrant and spiced vegetables (usually chickpeas or potatoes) are piled on little fried dough crackers with chutneys. ## 17. Mumbai Pav Bhaji ![Mumbai Pav Bhaji](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yu/ul/vbl5wwsb550bf92b4a0e8157655507_523x698.jpg) Source: [Bombay Pav bhaji - Indian](http://saffronstreaks.com/recipes/bombay-pav-bhaji-indian-street-foods/) Mumbai's regional variation that developed from the traditional pav bhaji which has Portuguese influences. ## 18. Chana Chaat ![Chana Chaat](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ki/sv/aycb0uwq550bf92cce9f9768552194_600x903.jpg) Source: [Chana Chaat Recipe ~ White](https://www.blendwithspices.com/chana-chaat-recipe/) Tangy and healthy, made from chickpeas. ## 19. Paneer Bhurji ![Paneer Bhurji](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/c4/ns/e74n0vb7550bf93099607899964845_600x892.jpg) Source: [paneer bhurji recipe, how to](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/paneer-bhurji-scrambled-cottage-cheese-with-spices/) Spiced Scrambled Cottage Cheese Sautéed with Onions, and Tomatoes ## 20. Vada Pav ![Vada Pav](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ip/rx/klwilcue550bf932c40fb019419076_600x906.jpg) Source: [Garam Masala Tuesdays: Vada Pav](http://www.novicehousewife.com/2012/07/24/garam-masala-tuesdays-vada-pav/) Vegetarian sliders. ## 21. Aloo Tikki ![Aloo Tikki](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hr/a6/mh4td6sb550bf93342711591808891_600x900.jpg) Source: [aloo tikki recipe, how to](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/aloo-tikki-aloo-pattice-recipe-made-from-leftover-potatoes/) Popular North Indian Snack of Spiced, Crisp Potato Patties ## 22. Masala Pav Sandwich ![Masala Pav Sandwich](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bf/bv/i00zoo3y550bf934280e4383046241_500x636.jpg) Source: [PAV SANDWICH RECIPE(MUMBAI STREET FOOD)](https://www.chitrasfoodbook.com/2014/08/pav-sandwich-recipemumbai-street-food.html) A quick and easy sandwich recipe. ## 23. Poori Bhaji ![Poori Bhaji](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/eb/zt/x8iq990z550bf935a4018720087402_600x900.jpg) Source: [The Street Food Project: Poori](https://veggiezest.com/2013/11/04/the-street-food-project-poori-bhaji/) A simple and tasty vegan dish. ## 24. Masal Vadai ![Masal Vadai](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jq/fu/fksno3l0550c217595998036335698_427x640.jpg) Source: [Masal Vadai](https://foodgawker.com/post/2012/06/03/168880/) Spicy indian lentil fritters. ## 25. Raj-kachori ![Raj-kachori](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/et/i3/dm7qegpa550bf936cb6f3704449576_474x640.jpg) Source: [RAJ KACHORI RECIPE | CHAAT](https://rakskitchen.net/raj-kachori-recipe-chaat-recipes) Raj Kachori is filled with various flavors. It is crispy outside and soft inside. ## 26. Moong Dal Bhajiya ![Moong Dal Bhajiya](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/iw/pw/mbjviile550bf93847444433553151_600x900.jpg) Source: [moong dal bhajiya recipe, how](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/moong-dal-bhajiya-pakora-recipe/) Mildly spiced fried fritters made from yellow mung lentils. ## 27. Aloo Paneer Chaat _ Source: Indian Kitchen: Aloo Paneer Chaat_ A scrummy mix of potatoes and cheese ## 28. Sev Puri Chaat ![Sev Puri Chaat](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dy/mp/fyu902tb550bf9396d229699275284_600x924.jpg) Source: [sev puri recipe, how to](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/sev-puri-recipe/) A specialty that originates from Mumbai where it is served by street vendors as well as five star hotels. ## 29. Chili Bajji ![Chili Bajji](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tn/gx/emqaf2c1550bf93911a30288439072_470x707.jpg) Source: [Chilli Bajji-Milagai Bajji Recipe-Stuffed Mirchi](https://www.padhuskitchen.com/2013/07/chilli-bajji-milagai-bajji-recipe.html) If you love chilies, you'll love these. ## 30. Idli Chaat ![Idli Chaat](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cq/np/u7s278fn550bf93a0138c523415997_433x650.jpg) Source: [Idli Chaat Recipe & an](http://www.veggiebelly.com/2011/11/idli-chaat-recipe.html) Idlis are a South Indian steamed cake of rice, usually served with sambhar. ## 31. Crispy Potato Bhaji ![Crispy Potato Bhaji](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/io/wt/fxb6z5rc550bf93aebce7116305979_570x855.jpg) Source: [Crispy Potato Bhajia](https://thekitchencommunity.org/the-ultimate-guide-to-international-foods/) One of my favorite Indian street foods. ## 32. Rajasthani Mirchi Vada ![Rajasthani Mirchi Vada](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/h3/kw/ia3xj8wx550c25f1622e9615001891_600x900.jpg) Source: [Rajasthani Mirchi Vada - NDTV](https://food.ndtv.com/recipe-rajasthani-mirchi-vada-439256) Large green chilies stuffed with tangy and spicy potato filling and then dipped in chickpea flour batter and deep fried. If you love jalapeño poppers, you must try these. ## 33. Dhokla ![Dhokla](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nf/o5/fvvqtg8n550bf93c68e3e577985367_600x450.jpg) Source: [INSTANT KHAMAN DHOKLA - The](http://www.novicehousewife.com/2010/12/14/instant-khaman-dhokla/) Made with a fermented batter derived from rice and chickpea splits ## 34. Poha ![Poha](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/o2/ee/fw0tnyja550bf93cee960529325145_600x600.jpg) Source: [22 Vegetarian Indian Street Foods](https://www.buzzfeed.com/robynwilder/omg-pani-puri?bfpi&crlt.pid=camp.M21FZEqSC4cd) Soft and fluffy flattened rice that’s traditionally served for breakfast, often with cut-up jalebis ## 35. Dahi Bhalla ![Dahi Bhalla](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/g4/wu/pvw0so8z550bf93d4d183002577477_600x453.jpg) Source: [THE CHEF and HER KITCHEN](http://www.chefandherkitchen.com/2010/11/dahi-bhallanor.html) Deep fried fritters in yogurt. ## 36. Baked Punjabi Samosa ![Baked Punjabi Samosa](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rk/j7/bulqz49k550bf93ddfb48212271433_600x900.jpg) Source: [Baked Samosa Recipe | An](https://goo.gl/D4kLKt) A baked version of the samosa filled with the traditional filling of spiced potatoes and peas. ## 37. Mango Lassi ![Mango Lassi](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/f4/lt/zvg0x6gw550bf93e3754f416653447_550x828.jpg) Source: [Mango Lassi Recipe (Low fat)](http://www.foodfor7stagesoflife.com/recipes/mango-lassi-recipe/) Cooling on a hot day and a perfect accompaniment to all those fragrant herbs and spices. ## 38. Falooda Kulfi ![Falooda Kulfi](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u8/k5/z1m7mltp550bf93e845ca844668556_600x600.jpg) Source: [22 Vegetarian Indian Street Foods](https://www.buzzfeed.com/robynwilder/omg-pani-puri?sub=3418777_3600173) Indian ice cream ## 39. Matar Kulcha ![Matar Kulcha](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/v4/ig/dzbo4bgw550bf93f94715791359243_600x900.jpg) Source: [matar kulcha | how to](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/matar-kulcha/) A curry made from dried white peas served with kulcha bread. ## 40. Ragda Pattice ![Ragda Pattice](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ni/px/gfry07ar550bf940b4462008205589_600x900.jpg) Source: [Ragda Patties Recipe, How to](https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/ragda-patties-recipe-mumbai-ragda-patties-recipe/) Mashed potato patties served with a pea ragout ## 41. Crispy Dosa ![Crispy Dosa](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/m4/yp/d1cnnl8h550bf941b9668258487107_512x768.jpg) Source: [YUMMY TUMMY: Crispy Dosa Recipe](https://www.yummytummyaarthi.com/crispy-dosa-recipe-how-to-make-crispy/) You can find these in seriously impressive sizes in India. ## 42. Sabudana Vada ![Sabudana Vada](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/l6/e5/yxsfyt3a550bf94206d19796071275_600x900.jpg) Source: [Sabudana Vada Recipe : A](https://goo.gl/8ECSnT) Yummy deep fried fritters of tapioca, potatoes and peanuts. I do hope you try some of these. I know you'll fall in love with them. 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