By Aparna Dutta
December 7th, 2023
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One of the most well-known hill towns in India is Darjeeling, which you should visit at least once in your lifetime. After the view of the beautiful Kanchanjunga the street foods in Darjeeling are another amazing experience that you simply must not miss!
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Everywhere you go, momo is a common and well-liked street meal, and Darjeeling is no exception. It's one of the best street foods in Darjeeling and comes with hot soup. Depending on your preferences, you can have vegetarian or non-vegetarian momos.
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You must be aware of Thukpa, and we are happy to inform you that it is widely served in Darjeeling as well. It is served in both restaurants and shacks and is thought of as a starter. It's a spicy noodle soup with veggies and bread crumbs, and, if it's not vegetarian, chunks of meat are used.
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If you become friendly with the locals, you will have the opportunity to sample their special dish, which is enjoyed by many. It is made with cauliflower and radish leaves, fermented naturally, and sun-dried to serve as gundruk.
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The majority of Darjeeling locals eat this sael roti, they might serve you this delicious sael roti. It is deep fried, composed of rice paste, and served with extra cheese or butter as well as pickles or chutneys.
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Another unusual dish that isn't found all over India is churpee. It is essentially a cheese dish with Nepali roots. It comes in two varieties: soft and hard. It's available at a few Darjeeling restaurants
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This one is Darjeeling's special street food. It is a type of bread that is filled with pork, chicken, or meat. Its flavour is further enhanced when served with chutney or roasted barley and cheese.
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The dish was undoubtedly prepared in Bengali and Nepali homes in the past. However, it became extremely popular in Darjeeling. This dish consists of boiled potatoes, onion, garlic, and a must-have red chilli, all combined in a thick gravy.
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These are basically Nepalese-style kebabs. To prepare this dish, the raw meat is mixed with natural herbs, spices, and other ingredients and is then roasted in a natural wood fire.
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The noodles here are primarily homemade, giving them a distinct flavour. They are frequently made with shredded vegetables like cabbages and carrots to boost the taste. YUsually, chicken or pork are used to prepare non-vegetarian noodles.
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