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Goa is not only well known for its beaches, nightlife and parties but it boasts of some superb street foods. Not many travellers who visit Goa know about Goa ’ s flavourful street culture, but its definitely something you must try. Although you will not find street vendors or hawkers everywhere but you will find them in their designated places consciously away from hampering traffic both vehicular as well as pedestrians. Street food found in Goa excels in all aspects including hygiene.

Some of the most popular street foods of Goa include: Fish Thali: This is probably one of the most popular and certainly something special. Basically Fish Thali is a platter consisting of rice, fish curry, fried fish, one vegetable dish accompanied with pickle and a couple of chapatis. It is usually available during lunch hours at many stalls and local restaurants and even though some fancy restaurants serve it, I would suggest trying it at a local joint only and thank me later. Pork Vindaloo: Christian culture of Goa is represented in this popular street food of Goa. Enriched with spicy flavours, vinegar and a number of Indian spices, the dish made from boneless pork is a truly amazing dish. Both tender and spicy you will find this dish at several food stalls and is best enjoyed with a soft poee. Prawn Curry: Another one of the popular street ,it is full of rich flavours which are enhanced with onions, vinegar and coconut milk. A gastronaut’ s delight.Prawn curry ,in general, is served with rice and makes for a full meal. Ros Omelette: This is a unique gravy omelette and a perfect night street food in Goa. The gravy for the omelette is prepared from chicken xacuti and this surely makes for a delectable street food. The omelette is garnished with onions and coriander with each bite of omelette dipped in the delicious gravy, something you cannot miss. Chops: When in Goa, do not miss out on these sumptuous chops .Made with russet potatoes and ground lamb or beef, they are served with a variety of dips and make a great tea-time snack.

Samosas: Surprised.?? Must be!! Samosas are a very popular Indian snack that is available almost all across India. Well, Samosas in Goa have a different flavour in them. Samosas are available in almost all the tea stalls across Goa. Do not forget to try the beef samosas or the mushroom samosas, they are really different and delicious. Missal Pav: Missal is a spicy curry made with lentils, mixed sprouts and moth beans whereas pav is a very popular Indian bread in the western region of India. This is a very nutritious dish, rich in proteins and among the most favourites in

Goa. Missal Pav can be had for breakfast or at tea time as a snack or you may even have it as main course meal. Cutlet Pav This is one of the first dishes to get a street food label and is a hot favourite with everyone. A crispy fish, chicken, or beef cutlet, topped with some coleslaw, deliciously sandwiched between a poe bread, you cannot miss this. Cutlet pav is usually available in the evenings and you will find many food trucks and local outlets selling them. Beef cutlet pav is one of my all time favourite. Croquettes: Goan beef croquettes are really popular among meat lovers. Made with beef mince, tomatoes, onions, eggs, and bread, they are a real treat to eat. Easy to carry ,you may have them on the go. Shawarma The Shawarma fever in Goa is hard to miss and you can find Shawarma stalls and food trucks almost everywhere. The chunks of grilled chicken and spicy coleslaw filled in a soft pita, then rolled to perfection, Shawarma is indeed a delicious indulgence. Gadbad Ice-Cream: Last but not the least after having some delicious foods you are entitled to something sweet and that is where the Gadbad icecream comes in. Supposedly a summer special treat for you to beat the heat. Served artistically in a glass bowl or a tall glass it combines a variety of delectable icecream in different flavours and topped with some noodles and jelly. So come to Goa and even if you are on a budget, these pocket friendly and unforgettable street foods will not disappoint you.