Chotpoti

Chotpoti (Bengali: চটপটি), is a Bengali street food mostly popular in Bangladesh and West Bengal, along with other urban areas.[2][1][3][4][5] The word chotpoti ('chatpata' in Hindi), translates to 'spicy.'[6]

Chotpoti
A plate of Chotpoti, popular in Bengal region.
Alternative namesChotpoti (Sylhet)
TypeStreet food
Place of originBangladesh[1]
Region or stateBengal
Main ingredientsPotatoes, chickpeas, onions, chillies

The dish consists mainly of potatoes, chickpeas, and onions and is usually topped with additional diced chillies or grated boiled eggs[6]. Other common toppings include tamarind chutney, coriander leaves, cumin, and crispy puri.[5][6]It is spicy and sour in taste, and is usually served hot.[1][2][7]

See also

References

  1. "Get a bite of Bangladesh in the borough". Queens Chronicle. Retrieved 1 July 2020.
  2. "Night out in Dhaka: Dynamics of Bangladesh never sleep". The Korea Times. Retrieved 1 July 2020.
  3. "Gustatory tourism in Bangladesh". Dawn. Retrieved 1 July 2020.
  4. Chotpoti recipe in Bangladesh Recipes
  5. "Chotpoti | Traditional Vegetable Dish From Bangladesh | TasteAtlas". www.tasteatlas.com. Retrieved 2020-08-17.
  6. "Chotpoti: This Popular Bengali Street Food Is Packed With Everything Healthy (Recipe Inside)". NDTV Food. Retrieved 2020-08-17.
  7. "Chotpoti". worldfood.guide. Retrieved 2020-08-17.


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