Kali Puja 2023:  10 Bengali Snacks To Try This Festive Season

By Shreya Goswami

November 9, 2023

From crispy Shingara and Victoria Vada to the non-vegetarian Egg Rolls and Kabiraji, here are all the traditional Bengali snacks you should enjoy keeping up with the spirit of Kali Puja 2023.

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Shingara

Stuffed with potatoes or cauliflower and loaded with peanuts and spices, this Bengali-style samosa must be enjoyed with Kasundi.

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Radhaballabhi

Stuffed with dal and made with refined flour or maida, these large savoury treats are enjoyed with Dum Aloo and pickles.

Mochar Chop

A fritter made with banana blossoms, potatoes and spices, this typical Bengali snack is a must-have during winters.

Egg Roll

Every corner shop in Bengal makes delicious egg rolls, but you should also try those made at old, iconic shops.

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Mutton Ghugni

Made with curried dry peas or matar dal and topped with mutton mince and coconut, this one is a true indulgence.

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Nimki

These savoury namak pare are not only made in the traditional long or diamond shapes but also as in others.

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Kabiraji

Made with fish or chicken fillet, these cutlets have a beautiful net-like layer on the outside that makes it extra-crunchy.

Victoria Vada

Prepared with moong dal, chillies and deep-fried to perfection, this Bengali snack is popular in Kolkata and quite famous too.

Phuchka

The perfect blend of sweet-sour-spicy, this Bengali snack is a must-have and shouldn’t be confused with Pani Puri.

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Jhalmuri

Made with puffed rice, peanuts, onions, chanachur and chutneys, this one is topped with delicious coconut shavings.

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