If there were no experimentation when it comes to food, we’d probably not have had most of the best dishes in the world. Sometimes, new combos are invented out of necessity; sometimes, just because someone tried something different. Either way, as food lovers, who are we to complain?
Here are 11 amazing food combos we’ve come across in India that might seem weird at first but are absolutely worth trying out.
1. The Moburg
Do we love momos? Yes. Do we love burgers? Yes. So, let’s say hello to Moburg, the illegitimate but mouth-watering spawn of burgers and fried momos. Available at Wow! Momo in Kolkata.
2. Chinese Bhel
This is actually widely available in Chinese roadside stalls in Mumbai, but the fact that it’s pretty much the only “Chinese” chaat out there makes it a unique dish. Now that I think of it, crispy fried noodles with chaat sauces does sound like an amazing combo.
3. Schezwan Dosa
Yes, the dosa is the Holy Grail of South Indian delicacies but that doesn’t mean it’s not open to experimentation. Enter, Schezwan Dosa. If you’re ever bored of regular dosa, try this for a change. It’s the age of globalization after all.
4. Chocolate Pizza
If Willy Wonka had a secret affair with Papa John, this would be their love-child. Perfect for moments when you’re hungry and craving something sweet. Now what could possibly cause that? Hmmm.
5. Chocolate Momos
When in doubt, just dip it in chocolate. That seems to be the motto here. Not gonna lie – it does look tempting and deliciously sinful. Available at Chick Chocolate in Mussoorie.
6. Vodka Pani Puri
We Indians have a tendency to desi-fy everything we come across. A vodka shot is no exception. With these Vodka Pani Puris, instead of saying ” Bhaiyya thoda extra paani dena “, we just signal for another shot. If we are physically capable of doing so after a few rounds, that is.
7. Noodle Samosa
I’d like to imagine there’s a nice back story here. Some mother probably asked her kids what they wanted for evening snacks. One of them probably said samosa while the other said noodles. Thus, the noodle samosa was born. Come to think of it, it’s not a bad jugaad if you don’t know what to do with leftover noodles.
8. Chilli Ice-Cream
This is one of my favourites. Had it once in Saket in Delhi but then the shop closed down. But the concept is brilliant. The spicier each bite gets, the more you have it. Somewhat regret the fact that they didn’t name it Spice-Cream.
9. Chocolate Khakras
Yes, khakhras are absolu-freaking-lutely awesome with pickles and chutneys but if you keep having them for breakfast day in and day out, you might get bored. No, you don’t have to give up the pride of Gujarati cuisine; just replace the pickles or chutneys with some chocolate. Imagine that with some hot coffee or chai on a nice wintry morning. *drools*
10. Nutella Parantha
Hot steaming paranthas filled with a layer of Nutella. How did that happen? Well, I’ll tell you this and that should make everything very clear – I had them in a hill-top cafe in Kasol in Himachal Pradesh where the walls were painted red, yellow and green with random portraits of Lord Shiva and Bob Marley.
11. Paan Shots
They say too much Paan can be bad for your teeth. I don’t doubt that. So how about drinking it instead? At Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra, you can get these digestive drinks made from betel leaves and milk. Another variety also has vodka in it.
