Pakistani
Chana Chaat
A tangy, refreshing chickpea salad tossed with onion, tomato and a zingy chaat dressing — a…
Street Food Recipes
A handpicked collection of street food from Tara’s Kitchen — every recipe original, tested and written for everyday cooks.
Pakistani
Egyptian
Egyptian Koshari
Egypt’s beloved street food — rice, lentils and pasta layered with a spiced tomato sauce and…
Indian
Vegetable Samosas
Crispy golden parcels filled with spiced potato and peas — irresistible with a cup of tea.
Thai
Pad Thai
Springy rice noodles tossed with prawns, egg, beansprouts and a perfectly balanced sweet-sour-salty sauce.
Vietnamese
Vietnamese Beef Banh Mi
Crisp baguette stuffed with quick-pickled vegetables, herbs and seared beef — bold, fresh and impossibly satisfying.
Middle Eastern
Falafel
Crisp, herby chickpea fritters with a fluffy green interior — Middle Eastern street food worth making…
Chinese
Spring Rolls (Fried)
Crispy, golden rolls stuffed with vegetables and a savoury filling — the snack everyone reaches for…
Pakistani
Seekh Kebab
Spiced minced meat moulded onto skewers and grilled until charred — smoky, juicy and made for…
Indian
Aloo Tikki
Crispy spiced potato patties with a golden crust — a beloved Indian street food snack served…
Thai
Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow)
Minced chicken stir-fried with garlic, chilli and holy basil — fiery, fragrant and ready in fifteen…
Middle Eastern
Chicken Shawarma
Spiced, marinated chicken roasted until crisp at the edges — pile into wraps with garlic sauce…
Indian
Onion Bhaji
Crispy, spiced onion fritters bound with gram flour — a beloved Indian snack and starter.
Nigerian
Nigerian Puff Puff
Sweet, fluffy fried dough balls with a golden crust — a beloved West African street snack.
Indonesian
Indonesian Satay Skewers
Marinated chicken skewers grilled until charred, served with a rich peanut sauce — a street-food favourite.
Malaysian
Roti Canai
Flaky, layered flatbread stretched thin and griddled until crisp — a Malaysian breakfast staple.
Caribbean
Trinidad Doubles
Soft fried flatbreads filled with spiced chickpea curry — Trinidad's favourite street breakfast.
Japanese
Gyoza Dumplings
Pan-fried pork and cabbage dumplings, crisp on the bottom and steamed on top — a moreish…
Indian
Samosas
Crispy pastry triangles filled with spiced potato and peas — a beloved snack across South Asia.
Middle Eastern
Kibbeh
Crisp bulgur and meat shells with a spiced minced filling — a cherished Levantine speciality.
Egyptian
Koshari
Egypt's national street food — rice, lentils and pasta topped with spiced tomato sauce and crispy…
Malaysian
Mee Goreng
Spicy fried noodles with vegetables, egg and a savoury-sweet sauce — a vibrant Southeast Asian street…
Nigerian
Nigerian Suya
Thin beef skewers coated in a spicy, nutty suya spice mix and grilled — a smoky…
Middle Eastern
Falafel Wrap
Crispy falafel with salad, pickles and tahini sauce rolled in warm flatbread — a satisfying vegan…
Pakistani
Chapli Kebab
Flat, juicy spiced beef patties from Peshawar with pomegranate seeds and a crisp edge — bold,…
Indian
Masala Dosa
Crisp, lacy fermented rice crepes filled with spiced potato — a South Indian breakfast worth mastering.
Indian
Vada Pav
A spiced potato fritter in a soft bun with green chutney — Mumbai's most beloved street…
Indian
Pav Bhaji
A buttery, spiced vegetable mash served with toasted buns — Mumbai street food at its most…
Indian
Chole Bhature
A spicy chickpea curry paired with puffy fried bread — a Punjabi feast made for sharing.
Indian
Jalebi
Crispy spiral fritters dripping with saffron-cardamom syrup — bright orange, sweet and impossible to resist.
Italian
Arancini
Crispy fried rice balls with a molten centre of risotto and mozzarella — Sicily's most loved…
Chinese
Dan Dan Noodles
Springy noodles in a nutty sesame-chilli sauce topped with crisp pork — a beloved Sichuan street…
Japanese
Okonomiyaki
A savoury Japanese cabbage pancake topped with sauce, mayo and bonito flakes — Osaka's most beloved…
Japanese
Yakitori
Skewers of chicken thigh glazed with a glossy soy-mirin sauce — a Japanese izakaya classic for…
Japanese
Chicken Karaage
Marinated Japanese fried chicken with an impossibly crisp coating — perfect with a squeeze of lemon.
Thai
Pad See Ew
Wide rice noodles stir-fried with chicken, egg and Chinese broccoli in a smoky soy sauce —…
Mexican
Churros
Crispy, ridged Spanish-Mexican fried dough rolled in cinnamon sugar — served with thick hot chocolate.
Greek
Pork Gyros
Marinated pork strips in warm pita with tzatziki, tomato and onion — Greek street food at…
Greek
Loukoumades
Crispy little Greek doughnuts drenched in honey syrup with cinnamon and walnuts — sweet, sticky and…
Turkish
Turkish Lahmacun
Thin Turkish flatbreads topped with spiced minced meat and herbs — quick, vibrant and made for…
Korean
Tteokbokki
Chewy Korean rice cakes simmered in a sweet-spicy gochujang sauce — comforting, fiery and addictive.
African
Ghanaian Waakye
Rice and beans cooked together with sorghum leaves until reddish-brown — a beloved Ghanaian breakfast and…
Nigerian
Nigerian Plantain Mosa
Sweet ripe plantain fritters spiced lightly and fried until golden — an addictive Nigerian snack or…
Korean
Korean Tteokbokki
Chewy rice cakes simmered in a sweet-spicy gochujang sauce — Seoul's most addictive street food.
Vietnamese
Vietnamese Crispy Pancakes (Banh Xeo)
Crispy, golden turmeric pancakes filled with prawns, pork and beansprouts — a Vietnamese street-food favourite.
Brazilian
Brazilian Coxinha
Teardrop-shaped chicken croquettes with a soft dough wrapper, breaded and fried until golden.
Turkish
Turkish Sigara Boregi
Crispy filo cigars filled with feta, parsley and herbs — a Turkish meze favourite.
Mexican
Mexican Elote
Grilled corn slathered in mayo, cotija cheese, lime and chilli — Mexico's ultimate street snack.
Chinese
Bao Buns with Pork
Soft, fluffy steamed buns stuffed with sticky braised pork, pickles and herbs — the best of…
Thai
Thai Satay Chicken Skewers
Marinated chicken skewers with a rich peanut sauce — bold, smoky, and made for sharing.
Malaysian
Nasi Lemak
Fragrant coconut rice with sambal, fried anchovies, peanuts and egg — Malaysia's most-loved breakfast plate.
Chinese
Scallion Pancakes (Cong You Bing)
Flaky, layered pancakes packed with spring onion — a beloved Chinese street snack with a crispy…
Pakistani
Pakistani Bun Kebab
Spiced lentil-and-meat patties in a soft bun with chutney and onion — Karachi's favourite street sandwich.
Peruvian
Argentinian Empanadas
Crisp golden pastries filled with seasoned beef, olives and egg — Argentina's favourite handheld snack.
Caribbean
Jamaican Beef Patties
Crisp golden turmeric pastry stuffed with spiced beef — Jamaica's most beloved handheld snack.
Nigerian
Nigerian Akara (Bean Fritters)
Black-eyed bean fritters fried golden and crispy — Nigeria's most beloved street breakfast.
African
Ghanaian Kelewele
Ripe plantains tossed with ginger, chilli and spices, then fried until crisp — Ghana's most addictive…
African
South African Bunny Chow
A hollowed loaf of bread filled with spicy curry — Durban's most famous street food and…
African
Tunisian Brik
Crisp filo parcels with tuna, potato, capers and a runny egg yolk inside — a crispy…
Indian
Misal Pav
A fiery sprouted bean curry topped with crunchy farsan and served with soft buns — Maharashtra's…
Indian
Ragda Pattice
Crispy potato patties drowned in a white pea curry with tangy chutneys — Mumbai's sit-down street…
Thai
Thai Som Tam (Green Papaya Salad)
A bracing salad of green papaya, lime, chilli, peanuts and dried shrimp — Thailand's most exciting…
Vietnamese
Vietnamese Cao Lau
Springy noodles with charred pork, fresh herbs and crispy croutons — Hoi An's signature dish.
Vietnamese
Vietnamese Banh Cuon
Delicate steamed rice rolls filled with pork and mushroom, served with herbs and nuoc cham —…
Egyptian
Egyptian Ta'meya
Egypt's emerald-green falafel made with fava beans, parsley and coriander — fluffier and brighter than chickpea…
Moroccan
Moroccan Briouats
Crispy filo triangles filled with spiced lamb or sweet almonds — Morocco's elegant party bite.
Peruvian
Peruvian Papas Rellenas
Mashed potato shaped around a spiced beef and olive filling, breaded and fried until crisp —…
Colombian
Colombian Patacones
Twice-fried green plantains smashed into golden discs — Colombia's crispiest, most addictive snack.
Colombian
Colombian Empanadas de Carne
Crispy yellow corn pastry pockets stuffed with seasoned beef and potato — a Colombian street food…
Venezuelan
Venezuelan Cachapas
Sweet corn pancakes folded around melting cheese and pulled pork — Venezuela's street-food champion.
Ecuadorian
Ecuadorian Llapingachos
Cheesy mashed potato patties pan-fried until golden — Ecuadorian street food at its best.
Peruvian
Peruvian Anticuchos
Skewered marinated beef hearts grilled over coals — Peru's most legendary street food.
Filipino
Filipino Lumpia
Crispy spring rolls filled with seasoned pork and vegetables — the Philippines' most loved snack.
Lebanese
Lebanese Kibbeh
Bulgur and lamb shells stuffed with spiced minced meat and pine nuts, fried golden — Lebanon's…
Afghan
Afghan Bolani
Thin Afghan flatbreads stuffed with potato, leek and spices, pan-fried until crispy.
South American
Bolivian Salteñas
Plump Bolivian baked empanadas with a juicy spiced beef-and-potato filling — a beloved morning street food.
Mexican
Mexican Esquites
Charred sweetcorn in a cup with mayo, lime, chilli and cheese — Mexico's most addictive street…
Israeli
Israeli Sabich
A pita stuffed with fried aubergine, boiled egg, salad and tahini — Israel's most loved street…
Chilean
Completo Italiano
A loaded Chilean hot dog with avocado, tomato and mayo — the colours of the Italian…
Chilean
Chilean Sopaipillas
Pumpkin-enriched fried dough discs served with pebre or in a sweet syrup — a Chilean rainy-day…
Venezuelan
Venezuelan Cachapas
Sweet thick corn pancakes folded around melted queso de mano — Venezuela's most beloved roadside snack.
Bolivian
Bolivian Saltenas
Sweet-crusted Bolivian empanadas with a juicy, brothy spiced meat filling — a Bolivian breakfast tradition.
Bolivian
Bolivian Humitas
Steamed corn husks filled with fresh corn purée, cheese and basil — a comforting Bolivian street…
Peruvian
Peruvian Anticuchos
Peruvian skewers of beef heart (or beef) marinated in ají panca and grilled over coals —…
Mexican
Tacos al Pastor
Mexican spit-roasted marinated pork with pineapple, onion and coriander on warm corn tortillas — Mexico City's…
Italian
Italian Arancini
Crispy Sicilian risotto balls stuffed with ragù, peas and mozzarella, breaded and fried golden — pure…
Vietnamese
Vietnamese Banh Mi Pâté
A crispy baguette stuffed with pâté, pork, pickled vegetables, herbs and chilli — Vietnam's perfect cross-cultural…
Filipino
Filipino Lumpia
Crispy Filipino spring rolls filled with seasoned pork and vegetables — perfect for parties or as…
Sri Lankan
Sri Lankan Kottu Roti
Shredded roti stir-fried with vegetables, egg and spicy curry sauce — Sri Lanka's most addictive street…
Argentinian
Argentinian Choripán
Grilled chorizo split into a crusty bread roll with chimichurri — Argentina's most-loved street sandwich.
Argentinian
Argentinian Empanadas Salteñas
Northern Argentine empanadas with juicy spiced beef, potato, olive and boiled egg — fragrant and deeply…
Chilean
Chilean Seafood Empanadas
Crispy fried empanadas stuffed with prawns and mussels in a creamy sauce — Chile's coastal classic.
Chilean
Chilean Sopaipillas
Soft pumpkin flatbread rounds fried golden — a beloved Chilean rainy-day snack.
Chilean
Chilean Mote con Huesillo
Sweetened dried peaches with cinnamon syrup over wheat berries — Chile's most refreshing summer drink-dessert.
Colombian
Colombian Arepa de Huevo
Crispy fried corn cakes with a whole egg cooked inside — a coastal Colombian breakfast that's…
Venezuelan
Venezuelan Cachapa
Sweet corn pancakes folded around melting white cheese — Venezuela's most beloved breakfast or snack.
Peruvian
Peruvian Anticuchos
Skewered marinated beef grilled over fire — Lima's most-loved street food.
Brazilian
Brazilian Acarajé
Crispy black-eyed bean fritters filled with spicy prawn stew — Bahia's most distinctive street food.
Ecuadorian
Ecuadorian Llapingachos
Crispy potato cakes stuffed with cheese, fried golden and served with peanut sauce and chorizo —…
German
German Currywurst
Sliced grilled sausage in a tangy curry-tomato sauce, served with chips — Berlin's most iconic street…
Hungarian
Hungarian Lángos
Deep-fried Hungarian flatbread topped with garlic oil, soured cream and cheese — Budapest's addictive street snack.
Sri Lankan
Sri Lankan Kottu Roti
Chopped flatbread stir-fried with eggs, vegetables, curry and meat — Sri Lanka's loudest street food.
Afghan
Afghan Bolani
Crispy stuffed flatbreads with potato, leek or spinach — Afghanistan's most-loved street snack.
Nepalese
Nepali Momos
Plump steamed dumplings filled with spiced meat or vegetables, served with a fiery tomato chutney.
Singaporean
Singaporean Char Kway Teow
Wok-fried flat rice noodles with prawns, Chinese sausage, eggs and beansprouts — Singapore's most beloved hawker…
Indonesian
Indonesian Sate Ayam
Chicken skewers grilled and served with peanut sauce — Indonesia's most-loved street food.
Common questions
Are these street food recipes suitable for beginners?
Most are. Each recipe lists a difficulty level and clear step-by-step instructions, so you can pick something that matches your confidence in the kitchen.
Can I adjust the servings?
Yes. Ingredient quantities scale up or down easily — simply multiply or divide the amounts to suit how many people you are cooking for.
Are the recipes original?
Every recipe on Tara’s Kitchen is written from scratch and tested in a home kitchen, so you will not find them copied from anywhere else.