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Indian Street Food Vendors: A Quiz on the Regional Variations of Street Food

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the regional variations of street food vendors in India. From the iconic chaat of Delhi to the spicy pani puri of Mumbai, India's street food scene is a vibrant and diverse tapestry of flavors and textures. Take this quiz to learn more about the unique culinary offerings of India's street food vendors.
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Which of these is a popular street food in Delhi?

  1. Chaat

  2. Pani Puri

  3. Vada Pav

  4. Bhelpuri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chaat is a popular street food in Delhi, consisting of a variety of savory snacks, such as samosas, pakoras, and dahi puri, topped with yogurt, tamarind sauce, and spices.

What is the signature street food of Mumbai?

  1. Vada Pav

  2. Pav Bhaji

  3. Bhelpuri

  4. Sevpuri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vada Pav is the signature street food of Mumbai, consisting of a deep-fried potato patty (vada) sandwiched between two pieces of bread (pav), and topped with a spicy chutney.

Which city is famous for its pani puri?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mumbai is famous for its pani puri, a popular street food consisting of a crispy semolina ball (puri) filled with a spicy potato and chickpea filling, and served with a tangy tamarind water.

What is the regional variation of pani puri in Kolkata?

  1. Phuchka

  2. Golgappa

  3. Panipuri

  4. Batasha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phuchka is the regional variation of pani puri in Kolkata, consisting of a crispy semolina ball (puri) filled with a spicy potato and chickpea filling, and served with a tangy tamarind water.

Which city is known for its bhelpuri?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mumbai is known for its bhelpuri, a popular street food consisting of puffed rice, sev, peanuts, onions, tomatoes, and a tangy tamarind sauce.

What is the signature street food of Chennai?

  1. Idli Sambhar

  2. Vada Pav

  3. Dosa

  4. Biryani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Idli Sambhar is the signature street food of Chennai, consisting of steamed rice cakes (idli) served with a spicy lentil soup (sambar).

Which city is famous for its dosa?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chennai is famous for its dosa, a popular street food consisting of a thin pancake made from fermented rice and lentils, and served with a variety of chutneys and sambar.

What is the regional variation of dosa in Kolkata?

  1. Dhokla

  2. Uttapam

  3. Appam

  4. Chilla


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Uttapam is the regional variation of dosa in Kolkata, consisting of a thick pancake made from fermented rice and lentils, and topped with various vegetables and spices.

Which city is known for its biryani?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hyderabad is known for its biryani, a popular street food consisting of a fragrant rice dish cooked with meat, vegetables, and spices.

What is the signature street food of Delhi?

  1. Chole Bhature

  2. Aloo Tikki

  3. Golgappa

  4. Pav Bhaji


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chole Bhature is the signature street food of Delhi, consisting of a spicy chickpea curry (chole) served with fried bread (bhature).

Which city is famous for its aloo tikki?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Delhi is famous for its aloo tikki, a popular street food consisting of a fried potato patty served with a variety of chutneys and spices.

What is the regional variation of aloo tikki in Kolkata?

  1. Aloo Kabli

  2. Aloo Chop

  3. Aloo Dum

  4. Aloo Posto


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Aloo Chop is the regional variation of aloo tikki in Kolkata, consisting of a fried potato patty coated in breadcrumbs and served with a variety of chutneys and spices.

Which city is known for its golgappa?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Lucknow


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lucknow is known for its golgappa, a popular street food consisting of a crispy semolina ball (puri) filled with a spicy potato and chickpea filling, and served with a tangy tamarind water.

What is the signature street food of Jaipur?

  1. Dahi Bhalla

  2. Mirchi Vada

  3. Pyaaz Kachori

  4. Ghevar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dahi Bhalla is the signature street food of Jaipur, consisting of soft lentil dumplings (bhalla) soaked in yogurt and topped with a variety of chutneys and spices.

Which city is famous for its mirchi vada?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Ahmedabad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaipur is famous for its mirchi vada, a popular street food consisting of a deep-fried chili pepper stuffed with a spicy potato and chickpea filling.

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