India, a country known for its tradition, culture, and diversity, shows immense differences in languages, festivals, attire, and most importantly food. With an incredibly vast and rich landscape, our street food offers incredible culinary delights for all. Be it the hustle and bustle of metropolises or the serenity of small towns, street food is a favourite for both locals and tourists alike. With the rise in vegetarianism, people have become more health-conscious about their dietary preferences. Plant-based foods are slowly becoming more and more popular. But does our country, which is a treasure trove of flavours, have anything for vegetarians craving for street food?
Here are 7 best vegetarian street food options for all those who want to enjoy conscious indulgence:
1. Aloo Tikki
Crispy potato patties stuffed with different spices and topped with sweet and spicy chutneys have always been a favourite. This tasty dish is often stuffed with peas, which makes a delicious breakfast.
a potato filled cutlet
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2. Golgappas or Panipuri
Anyone who visits India and doesn’t try this much-loved dish is missing out! Hollow, crispy puris filled with spicy, tangy water, tamarind chutney and a mixture of potatoes and chickpeas, Panipuri will bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Street food like golgappas and sev puri. Photo: iStock
Also read: Gujarat street vendor introduces “Rainbow Panipuri” made with unique ingredients
3. Bhel Puri
This spicy and crispy dish is an explosion of flavours in the mouth. The combination of puffed rice, spices, chopped vegetables and spicy chutney makes a delicious and healthy vegetarian breakfast option.
Bhel Puri
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4. Sev Puri
If you want to eat something tangy and spicy, then this street food is for you. Crispy, flat puris topped with onions, potatoes, chutney and lots of sev (crunchy chickpea noodles), sev puri is a great dish.
Sev Puri
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5. Idli
When traveling to the southern part of the country, you’ll want to try idli, a small, steamed cake made from rice and lentil flour, usually served with a delicious coconut chutney and hot, steamy sambar, a delicious vegetable dish. It’s a personal favorite of any South Indian.
Idly
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6. Momo
Steamed dumplings stuffed with delicious vegetables and served with spicy red chutney, momos are an absolute delight for any foodie. Though their fillings may vary, steamed vegetable momos are a great vegetarian snack.
Momos
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Also read: Momo Mania: 7 Best Street-Style Momo Places in Delhi
7. Onion Bhaji
If you want a fried option, these onion fritters made with chickpea flour and spices are really delicious. Kanda Bhaji, also known as Onion Pakora, served with chutney will surely leave you craving for more.
Vegetarian Indian street food recipes. Photo: iStock
These vegetarian street foods are a clear example of the country’s diverse and absolutely mesmerizing taste palette. Whatever your food preferences are, India has a wide range of street food available that will surely satisfy all your cravings.
