Street Foods in Odisha

Odisha, known for its rich cultural heritage, also boasts a diverse and delicious street food scene. Here are some of the must-try Best street foods in Odisha :

1. Dahi Bara Aloo Dum A popular street food, Dahi Bara Aloo Dum combines soft, spongy lentil cakes (Dahi Bara) soaked in yogurt with spicy potato curry (Aloo Dum). It is garnished with sev, chopped onions, and a sprinkle of spices.

2. Gupchup Known as Pani Puri in other parts of India, Gupchup in Odisha is a favorite snack. These small, crispy puris are filled with tangy tamarind water, spicy mashed potatoes, and chickpeas.

3. Chhena Poda A sweet delight, Chhena Poda is a cheese dessert made from fresh cottage cheese, sugar, and cardamom, baked until it turns golden brown. It has a unique caramelized flavor.

4. Chakuli Pitha Chakuli Pitha is a type of rice pancake, similar to dosa but thicker. It is usually served with a variety of chutneys or a potato curry.

5. Bara These are savory lentil fritters, crispy on the outside and soft inside. They are often served with ghugni (a spicy chickpea curry) or chutney.

6. Chaat Odisha offers a unique version of chaat, a mix of diced potatoes, crispy puris, onions, tomatoes, sev, and a variety of chutneys, topped with spices.

7. Singhada Singhada, or Samosa, in Odisha is filled with a spicy potato mixture and served with tamarind chutney. It's a popular snack during tea time. Odisha food recipes

8. Dalma A wholesome dish made from lentils and vegetables, Dalma is often served with rice or puri. It's not only tasty but also very nutritious.

9. Pakhala Bhata A traditional Odia dish, Pakhala Bhata is fermented rice served with fried or mashed vegetables, fish, and papad. It's especially popular during the summer months.

10. Rasabali A delicious sweet dish, Rasabali consists of deep-fried cheese patties soaked in thickened milk, flavored with cardamom.