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Savoring Mumbai: Iconic Street Foods You Can't Miss

Mumbai, the city of dreams, is as famous for its vibrant street food culture as it is for its fast-paced lifestyle. The streets of Mumbai offer a culinary adventure that tantalizes taste buds and captures the essence of this bustling metropolis. Here’s a guide to the iconic street foods you simply can’t miss when exploring Mumbai.

1. Pav Bhaji

Pav Bhaji is a delectable mix of mashed vegetables cooked in a rich blend of spices and butter, served with buttered pav (bread rolls). Originating from the street stalls of Mumbai, this dish has become a favorite comfort food for many. The buttery, spicy bhaji paired with soft pav is an irresistible combination.

2. Vada Pav

Known as the “Mumbai Burger,” Vada Pav is an iconic street food that you’ll find at every corner of the city. It consists of a spicy potato fritter (vada) sandwiched between a soft bun (pav), garnished with tangy chutneys and fried green chilies. This simple yet flavorful snack is a must-try for anyone visiting Mumbai.

3. Sev Puri

Sev Puri is another favorite in the chaat category. This dish features crispy puris (flatbreads) topped with a mix of potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and a variety of chutneys, finished off with a generous sprinkling of sev. The combination of crunchy, tangy, and spicy elements makes Sev Puri a delightful street food experience.

4. Bhel Puri

Bhel Puri is a popular chaat (snack) that offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Made with puffed rice, sev (crispy noodles), chopped vegetables, and tangy tamarind chutney, this dish is a perfect blend of sweet, sour, and spicy. It’s a refreshing and light snack, perfect for munching while exploring the city.

5. Dabeli

Originally from Gujarat, Dabeli has become a popular snack in Mumbai. It consists of a bun stuffed with a spicy mashed potato filling, pomegranate seeds, peanuts, and a special Dabeli masala. The bun is then toasted with butter and served with various chutneys, making it a deliciously complex treat.

6. Pani Puri

Pani Puri, also known as Golgappa in other parts of India, is a beloved street food that provides a burst of flavors in every bite. Hollow puris are filled with spicy and tangy flavored water, chickpeas, potatoes, and tamarind chutney. The experience of eating Pani Puri is as much fun as the taste itself.

7. Kheema Pav

Kheema Pav is a spicy minced meat dish served with soft, buttery pav. This hearty street food is perfect for meat lovers and is often enjoyed as a breakfast or evening snack. The rich and flavorful kheema paired with pav makes for a satisfying meal.

8. Frankie

Frankie is Mumbai’s answer to the wrap or roll. It typically consists of a thin roti (flatbread) filled with spiced meat or vegetables, rolled up and served hot. Frankies are versatile, tasty, and perfect for a quick meal on the go. They come in various flavors, from chicken to paneer, catering to all tastes.

9. Bombay Sandwich

The Bombay Sandwich is a unique creation that features layers of fresh vegetables, chutneys, and sometimes cheese, sandwiched between slices of bread and grilled to perfection. This sandwich is a testament to Mumbai’s innovative street food culture, offering a crunchy, flavorful bite that’s perfect for a quick snack.

10. Misal Pav

Misal Pav is a traditional Maharashtrian dish that has found a special place in Mumbai’s street food culture. It consists of a spicy curry made from sprouted lentils, topped with farsan (crispy snack mix), and served with pav. The robust flavors and the mix of textures make Misal Pav a must-try.

Conclusion

Mumbai’s street food scene is a vibrant celebration of the city’s diverse culture and rich culinary heritage. Each dish offers a unique taste of Mumbai’s spirit, making it a must-explore for food enthusiasts. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, savoring these iconic street foods is an experience that will leave you craving for more. So, dive into the bustling streets, indulge in these delectable treats, and let Mumbai’s street food take you on an unforgettable gastronomic journey.

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Headcanon: Pavitr's friends all call him pav bhaji

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Bombay Sandwich & KARAK CHAI

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Nostalgia

There’s something about Mumbai’s street food during winter. Even-though the food feels like a literal fireball in your mouth, while you try to enjoy it ,the steaming heat bursts from your mouth and you hastily wait for it to cool down. The flavours feel like a carnival in your mouth. A little tangy, a little savoury, a little sour and VERY spicy. They tingle your tastebuds and it feels like a huge explosion in your mouth. For some it’s the flavours that make street food their favourite . Although for me personally it’s the memories and nostalgia making it iconic. It reminds me of the time when I used to go out with my family and eat chana masala and Maggi which was always so spicy for me to handle LOL. Us laughing, gossiping and enjoying the cool winter breeze with the constant chattering of happy strangers and the infectious joy that they spread makes street food special and the taste too of course :p

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Mutton Doin': Kheema Pav

"It's far more interestingly seasoned than a Midwestern Sloppy Joe. with a whiplash of flavors between the cool herbs and warm spices that kept me interested without fatiguing my palate." Mutton Doin': Kheema Pav

Kheema, or often keema, is a word for minced meat derived from Turkic languages. Variations of the word exists in Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, likely coming to those languages via the Persian qeema. At an Indian meat market recently, I bought minced goat that was labeled as mutton keema–the word seems to be commonly used simply to refer to minced meat. But Kheema also refers to a dish, or perhaps a…

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Top 10 food in Mumbai worth trying

Mumbai, also known as Bombay, is a city that never sleeps. It’s a melting pot of cultures, and this is reflected in its food. Mumbai’s street food scene is legendary, and it’s no surprise that it’s often called the food capital of India. From vada pav to pav bhaji, the city’s diverse culinary offerings cater to every taste bud. However, with so many food stalls in the city, it can be challenging to decide where to start. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 food stalls in Mumbai that you simply must try.

Link: https://www.foodiesrack.com/top-10-food-in-mumbai-worth-trying/

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Vada pav is a popular street food from Mumbai, India.

It is essentially a burger made with a spicy potato fritter called vada,

Burger between two slices of bread called pav, along with a variety of chutneys and spices.

Here's how you can make vada pav at home

Ingredients:

4-6 pav buns

4-5 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed

1 tsp mustard seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

2-3 green chilies, finely chopped

1/2 tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp red chili powder

1 tsp garam masala powder Salt, to taste

1-2 tbsp oil

A handful of fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped

1/4 cup besan (gram flour)

Oil, for deep-frying

Green chutney, tamarind-date chutney, and garlic chutney, for serving

Instructions: In a pan, heat 1-2 tbsp of oil.

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies and sauté for a minute.

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala powder, and mix well. Add the mashed potatoes and salt, and mix everything well.

Cook for 2-3 minutes on low flame. Finally, add chopped coriander leaves and mix well.

Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool down. To prepare the vada batter, mix besan with water and make a smooth batter.

The consistency should be thick enough to coat the potato balls.

Now take a small portion of the potato mixture and shape it into a ball.

Heat oil in a pan for deep frying.

Dip the potato balls in the besan batter and gently drop them into the hot oil.

Fry them on medium flame till they turn golden brown in color.

Remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

Slit the pav buns horizontally and spread green chutney on one side and tamarind-date chutney on the other.

Place the vada in between the pav and press gently. Serve hot with garlic chutney and a hot cup of tea. Your delicious vada pav is ready to be enjoyed!

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Bread Pakoda Recipe | Mumbai Street food

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Pav Bhaji Hut, 37100 Fremont Blvd, Ste A, Fremont, CA 94536

Did you know that over 15 million people eat pav bhaji on an average day in Mumbai? The popular Mumbai street food started as the lunchtime staple for the textile mill workers in Mumbai in the 1850s. Later, it became a popular street food throughout India. I learned about these pav bhaji facts at Pav Bhaji Hut (PBH).

PBH got its start in Ahmedabad, India. They claim to be the first restaurants and food trucks in the US dedicated to serving authentic pav bhaji. In fact, there’s only one dish on the menu, pav bhaji, with the option to add amul cheese ($2.49) or extra pav ($3,99). An order of pav bhaji is $12.99. You can also ask for an adjustment in the spice level. Traditionally, it is a spicy curry. The Amul cheese was grated. It’s similar to mozzarella, mild in flavor.

They also serve cold pressed juices. Seems a bit strange to have juice with such a rich curry, but given the heat in Mumbai, juice must always sound appealing.

Pav bhaji is a vegetable curry (tomato, onion, potatoes, cilantro, garlic) with a special blend of spices called bhaji masala, served with hot buttered Portuguese rolls. They’re like King’s Hawaiian rolls (also Portuguese-inspired), but PBH doesn’t use King’s Hawaiian rolls. PBH uses Amul butter (a blend of cow milk and buffalo milk) imported from India and cooks on an original Indian tawa pan. It’s vegetarian.

Pav bhaji with cheese: The Amul cheese was served on the side, along with chopped red onions, a lime wedge, and two hot buttered pav. The curry was topped with a pat of butter and chopped cilantro. The curry is very dark and it’s hard to tell what vegetables are in it. It’s like a thick, spicy gravy with mashed veggies. It’s bold in flavor, oily, and heavily spiced. I found it a bit too salty. The amount of cheese they gave me was very generous. I only used a little. I would omit the cheese next time. The hot buttered rolls were the best part – soft, but with slightly crispy edges, buttery.

The space is attractive and has a chain like feel. It’s fairly large and looks newish. Street parking was easy to find and the complex has its own parking as well. I received a 5% cash discount.

4 out of 5 stars

By Lolia S.

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Mahalakshmi Snacks Corner: Snacking in Old Panvel

Cozy stall near Vadale Lake in Old Panvel, offering tasty snacks.

Imagine a cozy stall tucked away near Vadale Lake in Old Panvel. The air is fragrant with the sizzle of hot snacks, and students gather here after school, laughing and sharing stories. Welcome to Mahalakshmi Snacks Corner, a humble spot owned by the friendly Mr. Jaswant Prajapati. Let’s dive into our culinary adventure! Snacks on display at Mahalakshmi Snacks Corner Old Panvel’s labyrinthine…

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Pav Bhaji ❤

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Mumbai Style Pav Bhaji Recipe | Bombay Bhaji Pav Recipe | Pav Bhaji Recipe Street style

"Take your taste buds on a spicy and flavorful journey through the streets of Mumbai with our irresistible Mumbai-style Pav Bhaji recipe!"

Video Recipe: https://youtu.be/0cJAmuQRGiM 

Step by step Recipe: https://vegrecipebook.com/mumbai-style-pav-bhaji-recipe/

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Delhi, Mumbai Featured In List Of World's Best Cities To Try Local Food

Whenever we think of travelling to a city, food is one of the primary concerns on our minds. Will we be able to try the local food or will we stick to the known cuisines and fast food restaurants of our liking? If you are looking to explore some of the world’s best cities for local and street food, we have what you need. A list of the world’s 100 best cities to try local food has been released by…

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Khari biscuit at Mumbai Irani Cafes | History Of Food | HT Lifestyle

Mumbai khari biscuit love? Chai Bisket? No! I would prefer Chai and Khari on lazy afternoons… Yaar we all know that tea without snacks is no fun. And an all-time favorite snack with tea has got to be the simple but addictive Khari Biscuit. Go back to the last time you dipped the flaky and light khari into your kadak cup of chai. The amazing feeling of it crumbling and melting in your mouth is so unparalleled! Though they borrow a lot from French puff pastry, the version we know in India most likely has origins much closer to home.