Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Monsoon Munchies: Kolkata's Snacks Beyond Pakora and Chai
When it rains in Kolkata, people often crave tasty snacks.
Besides the usual fried pakoras and tea, there are many other yummy things to try.
You could have bhutta, which is grilled corn on the cob, or bread pakoda, which is like a fried sandwich.
Dal pakoda is a crunchy snack made from lentils.
If you want something more filling, you can try litti with Champaran mutton.
Corn chaat is also a popular option, which has corn with spices and lemon.
Finally, there's ghugni, a comforting dish made with peas and potatoes.
Kolkata offers diverse monsoon snacks beyond the typical chai-pakora.
Popular options include bhutta (roasted corn), bread pakoda, and dal pakoda.
Litti with Champaran mutton provides a hearty, rustic meal for rainy evenings.
Corn chaat offers a tangy and refreshing alternative with boiled corn kernels.
Ghugni, a Kolkata staple, is made with spiced yellow peas and various toppings.
- Who
- People looking for monsoon comfort food.
- What
- A guide to monsoon snacks in Kolkata.
- When
- During the monsoon season.
- Where
- Kolkata.
- Why
- To explore snack options beyond traditional choices like pakora.
- Featured Snacks
- Bhutta, Bread Pakoda, Dal Pakoda, Litti with Champaran mutton, Corn chaat, Ghugni
- Primary Focus
- Monsoon comfort food
- Location
- Kolkata
- Litti with Champaran mutton price
- Rs 300 onwards
- Ghugni price
- Rs 10 onwards