There is something truly magical about Kolkata, especially when it comes to street food. Among the many delicacies, jhalmuri stands out as a popular snack, with its combination of puffed rice, spices and fresh ingredients. For many who have left the city, the longing for a taste of home can be overwhelming, but a man’s unexpected encounter in London reminded him that home is never too far away. While exploring the streets of London, a food vlogger stumbled upon a stall that brought the essence of Kolkata to life. He was drawn to a family establishment called Jhalmuri Express, where a British vendor had recreated the classic Calcutta snack. The stall featured an authentic Indian-style cart, loaded with steel and plastic containers.
In a video posted on Instagram, we see the seller expertly preparing the jhalmuri. With an expert hand, he puts some puffed rice (muri) in a steel container and adds a generous handful of fresh coriander leaves. Then add a variety of spices, followed by freshly chopped cucumbers and onions. The seller mixes everything with a long thin knife and squeezes fresh lemon juice over the mixture.
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The final touch was the preparation of a classic serving cone made from old newspapers, just like street Indian food vendors make. For the final step, the seller added a splash of imli chutney to the mixture and dressed it with bhujia and masala. Taking a bite, the vlogger described the dish as “Calcutta-style jhalmuri, authentic and spicy in taste.” London.”
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The video soon went viral and people flocked to the comments section.
One user wrote: “the knife is the same (even the knife is the same).” Another joked, “Uncle completed a 6-month diploma in jhalmuri qualification.”
“I want to know your story,” said one comment. Another joked: “The British after colonizing India for 200 years,” one comment read.
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One user noted: “OMG!!!! Brother even used holdup (cup) and plastic bottles to store things. I’m 100% sure it tastes just like the local one.”
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